Parental correlates of socially neglected, rejected, and average children. A laboratory study
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Abstract:
The present study examined the relationship between parent-child interaction and a child's social status. A sample of children was screened to identify three groups rated as neglected, rejected, or average by both peer and teacher nomination. Children were observed interacting with their mothers while working on a cooperative task. Parent behaviors were coded for commands, suggestions, explanations, questions, and praise. Results indicated that relative to parents of neglected and rejected children, parents of average youngsters emitted significantly more commands, suggestions, explanations, questions, and praise. These findings suggest that a relationship may exist between parent behavior and children's social status. Implications of these findings are discussed.
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