Parenting
East
West
VS
PARENTING
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Protective Nature
Emphasizes shielding children from difficulties and ensuring a nurturing environment.
East
Authoritative Decision-Making
Parents make most decisions for their children, prioritizing what they believe is best.
East
Academic Excellence Expectation
Invests heavily in children's education, often providing extra tutoring and valuing high grades.
East
Joint Family System
Encourages children to live with and care for parents even after completing education or marriage.
East
Disadvantages
of Eastern Parenting
1.
Overprotectiveness hampers children's ability to face Life's challenges independently.
2. Psychological issues like depression or anxiety can arise due to excessive parental pressure.
3. Children may experience low self-esteem and lack of
independence in decision-making.
Independence Promotion
Encourages children to express opinions and make decisions independently.
West
No-Pressure Approach
Avoids academic pressure, prioritizing personal interests over high expectations.
West
Individual Sleeping Arrangement
Children sleep separately, promoting early independence.
West
Gradual Independence
Emphasizes children moving out after turning 18, promoting self-reliance.
West
Disadvantages
of Western Parenting
1. Risk of underachievement due to less parental pushing
in academics.
2. Potential lack of respect or disobedience towards
parents due to excessive freedom.
3. Overly gentle parenting might lead to children
becoming self-centered or unmotivated.
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