Post by National University of Singapore

Strict parenting is often seen as a way to teach children discipline and honesty, but new long-term studies by NUS Psychology suggest the relationship may be more complex.   Drawing on two studies of Singaporean families, researchers found that harsh, controlling parenting were associated with more dishonest behaviour in children, including lying and cheating. The studies suggest that children may not be acting out of defiance, but trying to cope with self-criticism, pressure to perform or to avoid punishment.   These studies point to the importance of helping children internalise values through warmth, guidance and explanation, rather than fear. #NUSResearch #NUSImpact #ShapeTheFuture NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences More at: https://lnkd.in/grywx-Gn.