Relationships between parents and children

They can be divided into several types.

Safe Relationships

Children feel safe next to their parents and are sure that they will take care of them. Safe relationships are formed when parents are constantly responsive to their children’s needs.

Children who have this relationship with their parents are more likely to grow up to be independent and self-confident. They interact well with others and are able to regulate their emotions.

avoidant relationship

Children feel insecure because parents do not respond to their needs. They have to be independent and take care of themselves.

Avoidant relationships lead to developmental and adaptation problems in the child. He may exhibit bad behavior: biting, pushing, fighting, etc.

Children who have avoidant relationships with parents often have poor social skills (this can manifest itself, for example, in aggression or withdrawal). They are prone to disobedience and impulsive behavior.

However, this does not mean that such children are doomed to failure in life. As a child grows and develops, it can change.

Ambivalent relationship

Parents sometimes meet the needs of the child, and sometimes not. The reaction of the parents is inconsistent. For example, they may not immediately respond to a crying baby because they are busy with work. But after a while, they can give the child what he needs. Such children are prone to excessive emotionality and affection.