Researchers at the University of Virginia have discovered four main parenting styles for American families. There is the faith-based style, which uses religion as a moral standard. Next are the progressively engage parents who encourage problem-solving and decision-making skills for their children to learn virtues. Third are detached parents who tend to take an outsider's perspective of their … [Read more...]

Raising a family takes different forms in various parts of the world. Certain cultures have common parenting practices that may seem appalling to others, but are considered normal in that country. Scientist have broken down global parenting differences into three main categories: sense of independence, emotional warmth, and amount of structure. These differences stem from psychological concept … [Read more...]

Foreign mothers who are raising their children in the United States often see major differences in parenting techniques as opposed to those of their home country. For one, immigrant mothers tend to cook more healthy food that will sustain their children, rather than turning to fast food. Also, American mothers tend to be more overprotective of their kids, hindering much of their independence. … [Read more...]

Raising a family can be difficult, especially in a foreign country. Many of these kids are known as third culture children, as they experience the two ways of life from each of their parents, as well as the culture of their host country. It's important for parents to connect with their children and provide a sense of belonging within all aspects of their life to prevent developmental problems. … [Read more...]

There are four main parenting styles for parents to use on their children. Authoritarian is the first, and demands the utmost obedience of a child. Children are to be seen not heard. Next is authoritative, where parents explain rules to children and try to maintain a good relationship. Next is permissive parenting where parents rarely enforce rules or give out consequences. Finally is uninvolved … [Read more...]

Raising a family in a foreign country can be difficult due to unforeseen clashes in culture. The norms that differ among different cultures can be eye-opening for parents, since they may get dirty or disapproving looks from locals. It's important that parents understand and respect the different cultural beliefs of their host country, while still holding autonomous reign over their child's … [Read more...]

There is no doubt that there are a variety of effective parenting tactics around the world, but a foreign parenting techniques may surprise Americans. It's common practice in Europe to leave your child in their stroller on the sidewalk, and some countries let their children nap outside in freezing temperatures. Other common parenting tactics that may be considered neglectful in American culture … [Read more...]