Rhema Yang
Class of 2027Clarksville, Maryland
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- "How do parenting styles affect a teen’s mental health and brain development?" with mentor Arianna (June 10, 2024)
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How do parenting styles affect a teen’s mental health and brain development?
Started Oct. 23, 2023
Abstract or project description
Parenting styles profoundly influence adolescents' mental health and holistic development. This review examines the effects of authoritarian, authoritative, permissive, and uninvolved parenting on teenagers. Authoritarian parenting, marked by high control and low warmth, often results in anxiety, depression, and social impairments. Authoritative parenting, balancing warmth with firm boundaries, fosters emotional resilience and independence. Permissive parenting, though nurturing, can lead to issues with self-discipline and emotional regulation due to its lack of structure. Uninvolved parenting, characterized by emotional neglect, significantly risks adolescents' mental health and social skills. Understanding these impacts can guide parents, educators, and mental health professionals in supporting adolescents' well-being.