PSYCH 350 Lecture Notes - Control Theory
12 Apr 2013
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Socialization, process by which children acquire the social knowledge, skills, and attitudes valued by the larger society. Systems theory, model for understanding the family that emphasizes the reciprocal interactions among various member. Authoritarian, parent who relies on coercive techniques to discipline the child and displays a low level or nurturance. High on control/demanding & rejecting, parent centered. Child characteristics: withdrawn, discontented, distrustful of others. Permissive, parent who sets few limits on the child"s behavior. Low on control/undemanding & responsive, child centered. Child characteristics: lacking in self-reliance and self-control. Authoritative, parent who sets limits on a child"s behavior using reasoning and explanation and displays a high degree of nurturance. High on control/demanding & responsive, child centered. Child characteristics: independent, socially responsible, self-reliant, self- controlled explorative. Uninvolved, parent who is emotionally detached from the child and focuses on his or her own needs as opposed to the child"s. Low on control/undemanding & rejecting, parent centered.
