Which parenting style sets limits, lots of conversation with their kids, encourage good behavior and punish bad?

• A. Authoritative
• B. Neglecting
• C. Indulgent
• D. Authoritarian

Answer: (A)

Setting clear limits while keeping an open line of communication and using fair consequences describes authoritative parenting. This approach combines warmth with structure: parents explain the reasons behind rules, talk with their kids to understand their perspectives, encourage good behavior through guidance and praise, and discipline when rules are broken in a way that is proportional and teaches a lesson. This helps children learn self-discipline, responsibility, and good problem-solving skills, while feeling respected and supported.

In contrast, an authoritarian style is highly controlling with little room for discussion, an indulgent style offers warmth but few boundaries, and a neglectful style lacks both warmth and structure.