There's always someone online, or a loved one telling parents what's best for them to do (or not do).
One of the most important aspects of parenting is determining the right language to use with children. But, what do parents in America actually adhere to in their homes? A new study is revealing how parents use language with their kids and the impacts it has.
Key findings:
A majority of parents in the U.S. describe their parenting style as authoritative.
The most popular parenting styles among American parents are lighthouse, attachment, and gentle parenting.
Younger generations are more likely to identify with gentle parenting than older generations.
- When reflecting on their childhood, 61% of Americans wish their parents used language in different ways with them.
A notable 43% are conscious of using gender-stereotyped language with their children.
- The media is influential with 32% of parents feeling pressured by it to adopt specific parenting styles.
You can find more study findings here, including the most common negative words parents say they use.
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