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Published on: November 11, 2022
Parental modeling, reinforcement, and information transfer: risk factors in the development of child anxiety?
Brian Fisak1, Amie E Grills-Taquechel
1Department of Psychology, University of North Florida, 4567 St. Johns Bluff Road South, Jacksonville, FL 32224-2648, USA. b.fisak@unf.edu
Abstract:
The purpose of this article is to provide a comprehensive review and a conceptual integration of research examining the potential role of learning from parents in the development of child anxiety. Specifically, research in this area is discussed within the framework of three specific mechanisms: parental modeling, information transfer, and parental reinforcement of anxious/avoidant behavior. Implications of the research in this area are discussed, as well as limitations and directions for future research.
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