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Parenting Style

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A parenting style refers to the overall approach or strategy that parents use to raise and interact with their children. It involves a combination of behaviors, attitudes, and beliefs that shape how parents respond to their child's needs and discipline.

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