Good Parenting

Research Paper # 102218

Child, Youth Issues > Family Issues
Psychology
Sociology

Good Parenting

A discussion on the definition of good parenting.

1,522 words () | 9 sources | MLA | 2007 United States

Paper Summary:

This paper discusses how the basic goal of good parenting is to raise children to become successful adults and how getting them to that point can be done in various ways. It contends that there is not a one hundred percent right or wrong way to parent and that new perspectives of good parenting are seen in every generation and culture. The paper also looks at how the stereotype of fathers not being active in parenting has seen a decrease over the years and how most parents now expect some type of equality in the home.

From the Paper:

"Parenting styles tend to change between a son and a daughter. Culture has instilled stereotypes that boys are to be athletic, more aggressive, and rough. Girls are supposed to be more emotional and dainty. Parents tend to be more protective with girls. They have to worry more about issues such as sexual assault or other violent acts against their daughters. Boys are naturally stronger, therefore can defend themselves. Girls can be more sensitive and need stronger emotional support. Parents often prepare their children differently based on their gender. Daughters are provided with baby dolls, easy bake ovens, and other toys that represent becoming a mother themselves. Boys get more athletic toys to prepare them to be strong and assertive. "

Sample of Sources Used:

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Crisholm, Colin "Mama Bear." Hope Nov/Dec 1996: 77.
Etzioni, Amitai. Children of the Universe. The Spirit of Community: Rights, Responsibilities, and the Communitarian Agenda: Crown Publishers, Inc, 1993: 61.
Kirn, Walter. "Should you stay together for the kids?" Time 25 Sept 2000: 77