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Parenting: what are the critical attributes?

Saovakon Virasiri1, Jintana Yunibhand, Waraporn Chaiyawat

  • 1Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand. saovir@kku.ac.th

Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet Thangphaet
|October 6, 2011
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This study identifies key parenting attributes, defined as the process, activity, and interaction in child-rearing. These attributes are crucial for child development and well-being, applicable across healthcare settings.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Health
  • Family Studies
  • Community Health

Background:

  • Parenting is a complex concept central to child development.
  • Understanding core parenting attributes is essential for effective interventions.
  • Existing definitions may lack specificity for practical application.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and define the critical attributes of the parenting concept.
  • To establish a clear understanding of what constitutes effective parenting.
  • To provide a foundation for research and practice in child-rearing.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of parenting literature.
  • Definition of parenting as a process, activity, and interaction.
  • Focus on the roles of parents or parental figures.

Main Results:

  • Parenting involves the rearing and education of a child.
  • Key attributes encompass processes, activities, and interactions.
  • The ultimate aim is to foster a child's growth, development, and well-being.

Conclusions:

  • Defined parenting attributes offer a framework for practical application.
  • These attributes are relevant for pediatric, family, and community healthcare.
  • Enhanced understanding can inform educational strategies and research initiatives.
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