PARENTAL ROLE ORIENTATION’S INFLUENCE ON CHILDREN’S PERSONALITY FORMATION

摘要

The way parents approach their roles is a key factor in shaping their children's personalities. When parents have an unclear role orientation, it can have a negative impact on their children's growth and the development of a harmonious family environment. Therefore, it's important for parents to have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities in order to foster a positive environment for their children's development. The objective of the research was to explore the influence of parents' perceptions of their roles and responsibilities in family education on the formation of their children's personalities. For this study, a qualitative research methodology was employed. A sample of five parents residing in X city, X province, China was selected. Data was collected through one-to-one interviews, and thematic analysis was performed to examine the impact of parental role orientation on the formation of their children's personalities. Research result showed that parents' roles and responsibilities significantly affect children's personality formation. Positive parenting roles, prioritizing responsibilities, and a harmonious family environment contribute to better development. Dissatisfaction with family dynamics may lead to different career paths. Children's perceptions of a good family are influenced by intimate relationships. Lack of clear parenting roles can cause a breakdown in parent-child relationships during adolescence. In sum, parental recognition of responsibility greatly impacts children's personality development. Effective communication, guidance, and understanding contribute to a harmonious family environment and continuity in the parent-child relationship. The implications of these findings are that parents play a crucial role in shaping their children's personalities. To foster positive cognitive and social development, effective parenting should include components such as clear communication, guidance, emotional support, and the acknowledgement of responsibility. Parents hold a significant responsibility in promoting their children's overall well-being. Future research may involve expanding sample sizes, utilizing quantitative analysis for exploring family dynamics, and merging foreign or local parenting theories.