Parenting

This week in class we learned about parenting. There are three different types of parenting; Authoritarian, Permissive, and Authoritative (Active). Authoritarian parenting style is where you (the parent) are the dictators. You set the boundaries and there is no room for compromise. There are a set amount of rules and the children must obey or they will suffer serious consequences. They is more yelling involved in this style of parenting and the child is more rebellious. The next style of parenting is Permissive. This is where the parents are almost too lenient. They don't have boundaries or rules, and allow their children to do whatever.    Active parenting is the ideal style you should strive to be. This is where there are rules and boundaries, but there is room for compromise. The parents give the children choices. I had a friend whose parents were very good at being active parents. My friend knew their rules and what was expected from her, but in the end it was her decision as to what to do and if she wanted to suffer the consequences. Often times I would hear her mother say, "You know what I would say, but it's up to you." She let her daughter make the decision. It's important to have mutual respect for each other. You want your children to feel comfortable talking with you and not feel that the parents are being overbearing. Communicate with your children and leave room for change and compromise.