PERMISSIVE PARENTING STYLE AND ITS EFFECT ON SOCIETAL CULTURAL VALUES

Abstract

The extent of moral degeneration among young people in this century is concerning and may be linked to the parenting styles used to instill cultural values, which can significantly impact a child’s behavior in society. Consequently, parents play a crucial role in fostering positive changes in their children. It is unclear when, from
the early 20th century onward, societal and cultural values began shifting toward modernism and technological advancement, increasingly influencing contemporary society. This study examined how Permissive Parenting Style has influenced the behavior of young people in Nigeria. A well-organized survey was employed to gather quantitative data, and correlation analysis was used to identify the relationship between permissive parenting and cultural norms and values. The findings revealed that permissive parenting is associated with improved attitudes and behavior in children. This is consistent with the correlation result, which shows a weak correlation between children’s freedom and permissive parenting attitudes and behavior. Analyzing the link between indulgent parenting styles and societal
cultural norms revealed a significant effect on permissive parenting. The result was statistically significant, with a p-value of 0.008, which is less than the conventional threshold of 0.05. This indicates that a unit change in societal norms and values is associated with a 20% increase in permissive parenting. Given these results, parents are encouraged to set appropriate boundaries, adopt a balanced parenting style, and develop a healthy balance between permissiveness and discipline.

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