week 2 assignment Understanding behavior and family dynamics

assignment

Communication

The text states that communication is the foundation of successful parenting. Explain why communication is necessary in order to build a healthy parent-child relationship.  Identify and define one contemporary parenting model described in Chapter 5.  Discuss the strengths of this model and explain how this model matches with your view of children.  Explain how the chosen parenting model will enhance communication within the family unit.  The paper must include a minimum of two scholarly sources in addition to the text and must be three- to four-pages (not including the title and reference pages).  Your paper must be submitted in APA format.

Week 3 Dq’s

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http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=managing+cultural+differences+global+parenting+video&FORM=VIRE1#view=detail&mid=4035A3B24C13328FD8CB4035A3B24C13328FD8CB

According to the video and course readings variations in parenting attitudes and styles are evident among the diverse cultural groups in the United States.  The four ethnic groups discussed in Chapter Six of your text have distinctive characteristics.  There are many variables relating to parenting practices in any ethnic or cultural group.  Select one of the groups discussed in your text or the video and respond to the following:

• What are the major characteristics of parenting behaviors and behavioral patterns for the ethnic or cultural group chosen?
• What stereotypes exist regarding the ethnic or cultural group you have chosen?
• Have you encountered parents from this or other cultures?  What were your opinions and attitudes as you compared your philosophy of parenting with theirs?
• Has your reading/knowledge of this chapter influenced your thoughts and opinions?
• How will this learning influence your interactions with parents and children in the future?

2.

Unfortunately, there is sometimes a stigma associated with single parenting.  What are your impressions?  Do you think single parenting has an impact on child behavior?  What about child development?  What do you see as the advantages and disadvantages of single parenting?