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Koichi Otani1, Akihito Suzuki1, Yoshihiko Matsumoto1
1Department of Psychiatry, Yamagata University School Medicine, 2-2-2 Iida-Nishi, Yamagata 990-9585, Japan.
Comprehensive Psychiatry
|May 23, 2014
Summary
Affectionless control parenting, a style characterized by low care and high protection, is linked to increased dysfunctional attitudes regarding achievement in both males and females. This parenting style, particularly from same-sex parents, may predispose individuals to depression.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Parenting styles significantly influence psychological development.
- Affectionless control parenting (low care, high protection) is previously associated with depression.
- Understanding its impact on attitudes is crucial for mental health research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effect of affectionless control parenting on dysfunctional attitudes.
- To identify specific attitudes, such as those related to achievement, dependency, and self-control, that may be affected.
- To explore potential gender differences in this relationship.
Main Methods:
- A study involving 666 Japanese volunteers.
- Assessment of perceived parental rearing using the Parental Bonding Instrument (care and protection subscales).
- Evaluation of dysfunctional attitudes using the Dysfunctional Attitude Scale (achievement, dependency, self-control subscales).
Main Results:
- Males with paternal affectionless control showed higher achievement scores compared to those with optimal parenting.
- Females with maternal affectionless control also exhibited higher achievement scores than those with optimal parenting.
- A statistically significant association (P=.016) was found for both genders.
Conclusions:
- Affectionless control parenting by same-sex parents is linked to heightened dysfunctional attitudes about achievement.
- This parenting style may contribute to a predisposition for depression through its impact on cognitive schemas.
- Further research is warranted to explore the long-term mental health implications.
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