INFLUENCE OF PARENTAL AUTHORITY ON ADULT CHILD RELATIONSHIP AND THEIR PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING

Abstract

The influence of parental authority on parent-child relationships and psychological well-being among adults is a multifaceted and crucial area of study in understanding family dynamics and individual development. The quality of the parent-child connection is greatly influenced by parental authority, which includes power dynamics and disciplinary methods within the family unit. Authoritative parenting, which combines warmth and clear limits promotes trust and communication, whereas authoritarian or permissive parenting styles can result in strained relationships and psychological difficulties. These impacts persist into adulthood, affecting the mental well-being of adult. Aspects such as cultural norms, financial position, and parental attachment patterns play a role in influencing the connection of parental authority and the dynamics between parents and children. This research seeks to examine these processes and their long-term consequences in order to make a valuable contribution to therapies and support systems that aim to foster good family relations and psychological well-being.