The Impact of Parenting Styles on Adolescent Self-Esteem

Abstract

This study explores how different parenting styles influence the development of self-esteem in adolescents. Utilizing a cross-sectional survey design, the research examines authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and uninvolved parenting styles and their respective impacts on adolescent self-esteem. Findings suggest significant correlations between authoritative parenting and higher self-esteem levels, while authoritarian and uninvolved styles are associated with lower self-esteem. The study highlights the importance of parenting approaches in fostering healthy psychological development in adolescents.