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Parental hostility: impact on the family
W D Allan1, J H Kashani, J C Reid
1Department of Psychiatry and Neurology, University of Missouri-Columbia 65201, USA.
Child Psychiatry and Human Development
|April 16, 1998
Summary
High parental hostility in families with hospitalized children is linked to negative child temperament and increased family relationship issues, affecting cohesion and effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Family Studies
- Clinical Psychiatry
Background:
- Parental hostility is a significant factor in child development.
- Understanding its impact on families with hospitalized children is crucial for effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between parental hostility and child temperament.
- To examine the relationship between parental hostility and family functioning in psychiatrically hospitalized children.
Main Methods:
- A comparative study involving 100 families of psychiatrically hospitalized children.
- Assessment of parental hostility, child temperament, and family relationship dynamics.
- Comparison of families with high versus low parental hostility scores.
Main Results:
- Parents with high hostility exhibited distinct temperament profiles, including lower adaptability and mood.
- High parental hostility correlated with diminished family effectiveness and cohesion.
- Significant differences were observed in temperament constructs between high and low hostility parent groups.
Conclusions:
- Parental hostility negatively impacts child temperament and family relationships.
- Interventions addressing parental hostility may improve family dynamics for children with psychiatric conditions.