Mike's Father Is Very Harsh and Punishes Him When He

question 43

Multiple Choice

Mike's father is very harsh and punishes him when he gets poor grades, but he doesn't help him figure out how to improve. Mike is continuing to struggle in school. What parenting style does his father exhibit?

• A) Authoritative
• B) Authoritarian
• C) Permissive
• D) Uninvolved

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Definitions:

Selman's Stages

A theory proposing different stages of social understanding or perspective-taking ability that children develop through.

Perspective-Taking

The ability to understand a situation or concept from an alternative point of view, including others' thoughts and feelings.

Regulate

To control or maintain the rate or speed of a process or function, often ensuring proper function or compliance with standards.

Self-Esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth.