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Normative range parenting and the developing brain: A scoping review and recommendations for future research.
Madeline J Farber1, Dylan G Gee2, Ahmad R Hariri1
1Laboratory of Neurogenetics, Department of Psychology & Neuroscience, Duke University, Durham, NA, USA.
The European Journal of Neuroscience
|October 14, 2020
Summary
Parenting within the typical range significantly impacts child brain development and mental health. More research is needed to understand how variations in normative parenting influence neurodevelopmental trajectories and resilience.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Developmental Psychology
- Child Psychiatry
Background:
- Early adversity (trauma, abuse, neglect) critically affects brain development and mental health.
- The impact of normative range caregiving variability on biobehavioral processes is poorly understood.
- Lack of understanding hinders identification of population-representative developmental mechanisms of risk and resilience.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the literature on associations between normative range parenting variability and brain structure/function.
- To identify research gaps and methodological inconsistencies in this field.
- To propose recommendations for future research.
Main Methods:
- Scoping review of existing literature.
- Systematic screening of titles, abstracts, and full texts.
- Qualitative review of 23 selected records.
Main Results:
- Few studies have investigated the link between normative parenting and brain development.
- Significant methodological inconsistencies exist across published studies.
- The field requires more research to establish clear associations.
Conclusions:
- There is a critical need for more research on normative parenting and brain development.
- Standardized methodologies are essential for future studies.
- Evidence-based research can inform policies promoting optimal child development and mental health.
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