Related Experiment Videos
Children's use of transitional objects: parental attitudes and perceptions
1Department of Child Development and Family Relations, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858, USA.
Child Psychiatry and Human Development
|July 1, 1997
Summary
Parents generally understand the importance of transitional objects for children, supporting consistent childrearing. However, differences exist regarding usage timing and cultural context, indicating nuanced parental perceptions.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Parenting Studies
Background:
- Transitional objects are common in childhood development.
- Understanding parental attitudes is crucial for child-rearing consistency.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine parental attitudes and perceptions regarding children's use of transitional objects.
- To identify variations in parental views on transitional object use across different demographics.
Main Methods:
- Surveyed 75 sets of parents regarding their views on children's transitional object use.
- Analyzed parental attitudes concerning timing, cessation, and personal history with transitional objects.
Main Results:
- Most parents recognize the significance of transitional objects for children.
- Parental differences noted in situations, age of discontinuation, and personal history.
- Racial and socioeconomic variations observed, requiring cultural context.
Conclusions:
- Parents are generally perceptive and respectful of transitional objects' role.
- Parental understanding supports consistent and informed childrearing practices.
- Further research should consider cultural perspectives on transitional object use.