Understanding Parenting Styles and the Lasting Effects of Parenting Styles in Early Childhood Every parent is entitled to raise their children the way they see fit. And while parenting styles vary, parenting styles can affect everything from your child’s diet, weight, and health to their daily routine, the decisions they make, and how they feel about themselves throughout their lives. To help you find the most effective parenting style for you and your family, let’s take a look at the four main parenting styles studied in developmental psychology. AUTHORITARIAN Authoritarian parents are strict ..read more