Overview:

This parenting style has strict rules with high expectations and low tolerance. Love is measured by how well the child obeys commands. This parent feels that no explanation to the child is necessary and that obedience must be demanded at all times. The child is told what is expected of them and no mistakes may be made.

Parent’s Characteristics:

• Beliefs on raising a child are well-intended
• Wants to raise a leader
• Expects perfection
• Believes that perfection leads to success
• Shows little to no affection
• Focuses on fixing bad behavior rather than acknowledging good behavior
• Makes all the decisions for the child
• Must be in control at all times

Child’s Characteristics:

• Does well in school
• Low self-esteem
• Struggles with decision making skills
• Poor social skills
• Poor problem-solving skills
• Highly likely to be depressed
• Has a fear of failure
• Feel they cannot live up to anyone's expectations

Results of this Parenting Style:

• A child who has never been allowed to make decisions or choices will not know how to do so as a teenager. This will result in bad choices being made or allowing someone else in their life to make all their choices for them.

• The fear of failure will lead to a child extremely lacking in self-esteem and confidence. They will be afraid to try new things because they may not be perfect at it.

• This child tends to be afraid to speak directly to other people for the fear of not living up to their expectations

• When the child gets older, they will resent how they were raised and rebel against the parent or opt for no relationship with the parent.

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