-POSITIVE PARENTING ASSESSMENT TEST- What’s Your Parenting Style? Whether authoritative or authoritarian, see what your approach says about you.

How do rules work in your house?

I have a set of strict rules, and I expect them to be obeyed.

No rules-I don't want my children to be unhappy or to not like me.I don't have time or interest in coming up with or enforcing rules.

I have rules but give my children room to make decisions and learn from their mistakes.

I don't have time or interest in coming up with or enforcing rules

How in tune are you with your child's needs and emotions?

My child can handle things on their own.

I pay close attention, ask questions, and am there to listen to my child.

My child and I are more like friends.

I don't really know what my child is feeling at any given time.

How would you describe communication with your child?

There's no back and forth. My child should follow my instructions, period.

I encourage open communication-I want to hear my child's opinions.

I'm super lenient with them and we communicate however they want to talk to me.

Hectic schedules make it difficult to find time to talk.

What do you do if your child makes a mistake?

I punish them, and the punishment is harsher the bigger the mistake.

I try to guide and support them through the situation.

I don't usually address my child's mistakes.

It's fine. I have a meeting to get to.

Describe your level of affection as a parent.

I'm usually the disciplinarian. I don't normally show my emotions though I care for my child.

I give them affection, but I also enforce rules and boundaries.

I respond right away. Their needs are my top priority.

Honestly, I got a lot going on. They'll figure it out.

How do you prioritize your child's needs and wants?

Their needs always come first, even if it means sacrificing my own

I prioritize their wants over their needs

I try to find a balance between their needs and wants

Honestly, I got a lot going on. They'll figure it out.

What's your philosophy when it comes to discipline?

You need strict punishment to enforce strict rules.

I have clear boundaries and reasonable expectations.

I prefer to avoid conflict and make sure my child stays happy.

I'm not interested in

What helps a child become independent and learn self-control?

My child doesn't need to be independent.

Give them chances to do things on their own with some guidance

Let the child have total freedom to make their own decisions.

I haven't really thought about it

What should a parent's overall goal be when raising a child

To have obedient, well-behaved children.

To raise responsible, independent, and thoughtful children

To be friends with my child.

Goal? What for?

What do you do if you and your child have an argument?

They can't argue with me. My house, my rules.

I try to understand their perspective and come to a resolution.

I let them win because I don't want to keep arguing.

The less I see them, the less we need to argue.

Your child fails at something. How do you respond?

I'm upset; their failure is probably a result of them not listening.

I talk to them about it. Failure is an opportunity to learn and grow

I immediately swoop in to help and save them.

No need, they can learn from their mistakes.

How is decision-making handled in your household?

I make all the decisions, and what I say goes.

I try to involve my child in age-appropriate decisions and hear them out.

I let my child make all the decisions so they like me.

I don't really care. I got my own decisions to worry about.

-POSITIVE PARENTING ASSESSMENT TEST- What’s Your Parenting Style? Whether authoritative or authoritarian, see what your approach says about you.

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