Parenting Styles as the Factor that Encourage Sharing Behavior among Preschoolers
Journal Title: International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences - Year 2019, Vol 8, Issue 9
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to analyze the parenting styles as the factor that encourage sharing behavior among preschoolers. This study is important since the findings will create awareness to the parents on the importance of practicing a good parenting style in nurturing the children’s sharing behavior. This study has adopted the qualitative research design. The primary data has been collected through semi-structured interview. The interview method used to obtain more information on this matter. The participants of this study are the parents that were purposefully chosen at some area in Puchong, Selangor. The research found that the authoritative parenting style able to encourage children’s sharing behavior. The freedom given by parents would allow children to explore and develop sharing behavior. Parents and children interaction would make the children learn about valuable social skills while developing their prosocial behavior. The parents that practice authoritative style always encourage their children to share resources with others. The children will be willing to share when they observe their parent practice and show the same behavior. It is important to have a culture of sharing since it will be the foundation in shaping the children’s sharing behavior.
Authors and Affiliations
Samihah Binti Mahamud, Fong Jia Yean
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- EP ID EP571145
- DOI 10.6007/IJARBSS/v8-i9/4878
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