Intro to Protective Factors and Knowledge of Parenting

A protective factors framework provides a better understanding of how six protective factors may contribute to or explain positive outcomes.

There is extensive research linking healthy child development to effective parenting. Children thrive when parents provide not only affection but also respectful communication and listening consistent rules and expectations, and safe opportunities that promote independence. Successful parenting fosters psychological adjustment, helps children succeed in school, encourages curiosity about the world, and motivates children to achieve. The following resources offer information that helps families build their knowledge of child and youth development.

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