THE EFFECT OF PARENTING STYLES ON PERSONALITY: A REVIEW OF LITERATURE

Abstract

The influence of parents on childs development is extremely important. The impact a parent and family has on an individual is the foremost indicator of the holistic personality of that individual. Several researches are evident to the aspect that parental styles are very crucial factor that influences an adolescents behaviour, also the academic success besides other factors. Literature accords that based on Baumrinds model of Parenting Styles, authoritative parenting style is the most efficient in enhancing the academic achievement. Also that Permissive and neglectful parenting styles are the indicator styles for the abuse of alcohol among the adolescents and young adults. Thus the scope of this literature review is to filter out the significant factors influencing an individuals personality by assessing the aspects of academic achievement and alcohol use in accordance to parenting styles.