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Antonio Raya Trenas1, Beatriz Aguilar Yamuza1, Javier Herruzo Cabrera1
1Department of Psychology. University of Córdoba, 14005 Córdoba, Spain.
Parenting practices significantly impact childhood depression risk. Mothers' involvement and fathers' support, autonomy, satisfaction, and communication are key factors differentiating high-risk from low-risk children.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Childhood depression is a significant concern with links to parenting styles.
- Understanding specific parenting practices is crucial for identifying at-risk children.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare parenting practices in children with low versus high depression risk scores.
- To identify specific parenting variables associated with childhood depression.
Main Methods:
- A sample of 140 children (3-12 years) was selected based on depression risk scores (BASC).
- Parents completed the Parent-Child Relationship Inventory (PCRI).
- Binomial logistic regression analysis was performed.
Main Results:
- A predictive model achieved 89.3% accuracy.
- Maternal variables: limit setting and involvement.
- Paternal variables: support, autonomy, satisfaction with parenting, and communication.
Conclusions:
- Specific parenting practices are strongly linked to childhood depression risk.
- Findings can inform family-based intervention strategies for childhood depression.
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