Should parents make decision for their children?

Caterina Bellot 2^Q

Presentation

Should parents make decision for their children?

Contrasting opinions:

• Some believe parents should always decide for their children.
• Others think children should have more independence.

• Young children = lack of experience and knowledge.
• Parents guide children toward safe and healthy choices.

• Healthy food
• Bedtime
• Safe activities

Parents decide for young children

• Older children = develop their own opinions and preferences.
• Importance of giving them freedom in their choices.
• Helps children develop responsibility and independence.

• Hobbies
• Friends
• Educational choices

Growth and independence

• Autonomous decisions = opportunity to learn from mistakes.
• Development of skills:
• Problem-solving
• Responsibility

Learning from mistakes

• Support and guidance, but not full control.
• Parents give advice but respect their child’s choices.

• Career and educational choices.

Role of parents during growth

• Parents decide for young children.
• As children grow, they should gain more freedom in their decisions.
• Balance between guidance and independence = helps children grow into responsible and confident adults.

Conclusions

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