Parenting Styles - II

I take my child’s wishes into consideration before I ask him/her to do something

• Always

• Most Often

• Sometimes

• Never

I explain to my child how I feel about his/her good/bad behaviour

• Always

• Most Often

• Sometimes

• Never

I explain the reasons behind my expectations

• Always

• Most Often

• Sometimes

• Never

I consider my child’s preferences when I make plans for the family (e.g., weekends

away and holidays)

• Always

• Most Often

• Sometimes

• Never

When my child asks me why he/she has to do something I tell him/her it is because I

said so, I am your parent, or because that is what I want

• Always

• Most Often

• Sometimes

• Never

I use criticism to make my child improve his/her behaviour

• Always

• Most Often

• Sometimes

• Never

I remind my child that I am his/her parent

• Always

• Most Often

• Sometimes

• Never

I feel ... I spoil my child

• Always

• Most Often

• Sometimes

• Never

I disagree with my spouse or parents in disciplining my child

• Always

• Most Often

• Sometimes

• Never

When I yell at my child ... it is because I am upset at my workplace issue

• Always

• Most Often

• Sometimes

• Never