This second edition of Helaine Selin’s successful Parenting Across Cultures comes at a time where interest in parenting has increased across the world as a result of the COVID pandemic, as parents and children were put into different and often challenging conditions. This new edition, like the first, contains chapters from countries in Asia, Africa, and South America as well as from indigenous cultures of several Western countries. The chapters were revised to include new research in the post-pandemic world. They show that there is a strong connection between culture and parenting: there are differences in affection and distance, harshness and repression, and acceptance and criticism. Some parents insist on obedience; others are concerned with individual development. This clearly differs from parent to parent, but there is just as clearly a connection to culture, which these chapters explore. In addition to the chapters on individual countries, the second edition includes a section on the pandemic, as well as new research on parenting and technology, gender, religion, adoption, step parenting, divorce, single parents, racism, gay parents, disabilities, autism, eating habits, transgender, attachment, migration, bullying, and refugee resettlement.
Author(s): Helaine Selin
Series: Science Across Cultures: The History of Non-Western Science, 12
Edition: 2
Publisher: Springer
Year: 2022
Language: English
Pages: 469
City: Cham
Introduction
Here is some of what I said in my introduction to the First Edition on Parenting Across Cultures
References
Contents
About the Editor
The Kenyan Parent in Changing Times: An Update
Introduction
Country Summary
The Luo and Kipsigis of Kenya
Social Strife, Poverty and Disease Unravelling Family Structure
Impact of COVID-19 on Parenting Practices in Kenya
Global Trends and Parenting Practices in Kenya
Conclusion
References
Parenting in a Rainbow Nation: A South African Perspective on Parenting
Introduction
Theoretical Underpinning of Parenting Styles and Practices
Parenting in a Challenging South African Environment
Parenting Children with Disabilities
The Effect of Family Structure on Parent-Child Relationships
Parenting: Culture and Diversity
Conclusion
References
Parenting and Parent-Child Relationships in Chile
Chile
Chilean Society and Family
Parenting
Parental Support/Responsiveness
Parental Behavioral Control
Parental Psychological Control
Punitiveness
Intrusiveness
Parent-Child Relationships
Parent-Adolescent Relationships
Conclusion
References
Understanding Childhood Shyness in the Changing Chinese Context: The Parent Perspective
Understanding Individual and Family Adapting in Changing Societies: Theoretical Frameworks
From Tiger Parents to Child-Centered Parenting? Parents´ Beliefs and Practices in the Changing Chinese Context
Understanding Parents´ Perspectives about Childhood Shyness in the Changing Chinese Context
Limitations and Future Directions
References
The Ethical Space of Indigenous Parenting
Introduction
Our Social Location
Cultural Genocide
Intergenerational Transmission
Sustained Culture
Theoretical Positioning
Crossing the Divide
Acknowledging Rights
Social Determinants of Health
We Can Raise Our Children
Implications for Practice
Conclusion
References
The Evolving Challenges of Modern-Day Parenthood in Singapore
More Working Couples, Rising Incomes & Shrinking Households Singaporeans Are Becoming Parents at a Later Age
Dual-Income Families Are Increasing
Parent´s Tasks and Gender Legacy. And then Mother´s Career Identity Versus Maternal Obligation
Maternal Duty and Work-Life Balance
Father´s Willingness to Co-Parent
Gender Gap in Parenting
Conscious Discussion of Parenting Responsibilities
Influence of Gender Legacies
Undoing Gender
Equal Parenting Within a Larger Network
Policies and Practices Supporting Families: Children´s Academic Performance, Parents´ Major Concern
Childcare Subsidies & Tax Concession
Childcare Services
Time for Children
Conclusion
References
Advances in the Study of Parenting in Argentina
Introduction
Parenting Styles in Middle-Class Argentine Culture
Parenting Styles in the Low Socioeconomic Stratum
Parenting Competence in Argentine Culture
Intervention Possibilities and Research Implications
Program of Parental Strengthening in Contexts of Social Vulnerability
Parenting and Pandemic in Argentina
References
Childrearing in Japan
Introduction: Wanted! More Japanese Babies
History: Families and Child Rearing in Japan
Japanese Childrearing: Then and Now
Fathers
Conclusions/Implications
References
Parenting in Israel: Together Hand in Hand: You Are Mine and I Am Yours
Israeli Society: Its Development and Characteristics
Closeness in the Parent-Child Relationship in Israel
Control and Autonomy in Parent-Child Relationships in Israel
Concluding Remarks
References
Parenting in Contemporary Hong Kong: Observations Based on Recent Research Findings
Introduction
Evolving Family Ecology in Hong Kong
Evolving Parenting Behavior in Hong Kong
Parental Differences in Parenting Practice
Impact of Chinese Parenting on Child Developmental Outcomes
Future Research Directions
Life as a Hong Kong Parent
References
Vietnamese Parenting in the Digital Age
Current Parenting Style in Vietnam
8,9 X Parents
Parenting Style
Parents´ Expectation on Children
Expectations of Academic Performance
Expectations About Future Occupations
Pressure of Parents´ Expectation on Children
Parents´ Difficulties in Educating Children in the Internet Age
Internet in Vietnam: Popularity and Accessibility of Children
Challenges for Parents to Educate Children in the Digital Age
Parents´ Responses to Challenges
Conclusion
References
Sociocultural and Religious Context of Malay Parenting in Malaysia
Sociocultural and Religious Context of Malay Parenting in Malaysia
Global Views of Parenting and Malaysia
Malaysian Society
Sociodemographic Trends and Ethnic Composition
Malay Families
Contexts and Parental Roles in Malay Families
Adat and Islamic Values and Norms
Parent-Child Socialization
Parenting and Childrearing
Parenting and Household Labor
Contemporary Malays and Parenting
Conclusions: Future Research and Policy Implications
References
Family Socialization in Brazil
Family Socialization in Brazil
The Socialization Process
Some Characteristics of Brazilian Society
The Socialization Process in the Family
How Parents Socialize Their Children: Socialization Styles
Parents´ and Children´s Perception of the Socialization Process
Differences in the use of socialization practices between mothers and fathers in Brazil
Employment of Socialization Practices in Boys and Girls in Brazil
Repercussions of Different Forms of Socialization
Impacts on Children of Different Forms of Parental Socialization in Brazil
Parenting and Internalization of Values
Parenting and Moral Development
Parenting and Self-Esteem
Parenting and Human Rights
Parenting and Academic and Professional Life
Parenting and Behavioral Adjustment
Parenting and Mental Health
Parenting and Psychoactive Substance Abuse
Parenting and Sexual Behavior
Parenting and Sexual Abuse
Parenting and Socioeconomic Status
Final Considerations
The Role of Cultural Characteristics
References
Parenthood and Childrearing in Mexico: Patterns and Trends
Family Life in Mexico
Motherhood and Fatherhood
Parenting Practices in Mexico
Recent Studies
Parenting in Different Family Types
Conclusions
References
Conflict and Parenting in Burundi
Introduction: Parenting and Conflict
Research Methodology
Bujumbura´s Northern Periphery
Childhood Memories of War
Starting a Family
Household Compositions
Family Planning
Gendered Parenting
Parenting in Poverty
Parenting in Unsafe Environments
Hierarchies in Care
Parenting for Futures
Concluding Remarks: Parenting in the Aftermath of War
References
Parenting in Turkey
The Cultural and Social Context of Turkey
Gender Equality and Family Structure
Parenting Values and Practices
Motherhood vs. Fatherhood
Parenting Practices
Turkish Parenting Studies in Different Developmental Stages
Parenting in Early Childhood
Parenting in School-Age
Parenting in Adolescence
Parenting in Divorce & Remarriage
Summary and Conclusions
References
Fluid Families and Harshness as Adaptation in Haitian Childcare: An Approach to Improving Life Outcomes for Haitian Children
Historical Context and Physical Conditions That Shape Haitian Parenting and Childcare Choices
Adaptations by Parents and Caregivers for Survival in Haiti
The Family Stress Model and Harshness-as-Adaptation Perspective
The Role of the Extended Family
Family Size and Structure in Haiti
The Restavèk Situation in Haiti
Conclusion
References
Between Tradition and Modernity: The Changing Patterns of Parenting in Nigeria
Introduction
Parenting in Traditional Nigerian Society
The Extended Family System
The Role of Elders
The Role of Fathers
The Role of Mothers
The Role of the Child
Puberty Rites
Between Tradition and Modernity
Marriage Patterns
Change in Family Size
Parenting in Modern Nigeria
Conclusion
References
Mother-Child Emotional Availability Across Cultures: Findings from Western and Non-Western Countries
Introduction
What Is Mother-Infant Emotional Availability and How Is It Measured?
Cross-Cultural Applicability of the Emotional Availability Scales
Intra-cultural Studies of Emotional Availability
Western Cultures
Non-Western Cultures
Cross-Cultural Studies of Emotional Availability
Is Emotional Availability Culture-Common or Culture-Specific?
Summary and Conclusions
References
Parents´ Aggression Toward Children and Children´s Own Aggression
Parents´ Aggression Toward Children
Definitions of Parents´ Aggression
Cultural Differences in Parents´ Aggression Toward Children
Relations Between Parents´ Aggression and Children´s Adjustment
Children´s Aggression
Negative and Positive Parenting and Children´s Aggression
Social Information Processing Mechanisms
Forms and Functions of Children´s Aggression
Culture, Parenting, and Children´s Aggression
Conclusions
References
Grandparenting
Introduction
Impact of Disease and Demography
Proximity, Co-Residence and Caregiving
China´s Evolving Intergenerational Family System
Other National Examples
Legal Barriers and Supports
Stepparents and Step-Grandparents
Conclusion
References
Parenting and Technology
Introduction
Potential Impacts of Technology on Children and Parenting
A Global Perspective on Screen Time and Children
A Model for Managing Screen Time for Families
Evidence-Based Recommendations
Practical Considerations for Families
Conclusions
References
Parents and Parenting in the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Review of the COVID-19 Literature
Introduction
Changes to Routines in the Pandemic
Some Positives in the Family During COVID-19
Parent Wellbeing in COVID-19
Substance Use Disorder and Parenting in COVID-19
Parenting Children During COVID-19
Negative Parenting Practices During COVID-19
Positive Parenting Approaches During COVID-19
Effects of COVID-19 on Children
Recommendations
Conclusion
References
Parent-Child/Adolescent Relationships During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Impact of COVID-19 on Parent-Child and Parent-Adolescent Relationships
Parent-Child Relationships
Age/Developmental Stages: Parent-Younger Child Relationship
Age/Developmental Stages: Parent-Adolescent Relationship
Gender
Socioeconomic Status (SES)
Mental Health
Conclusion
References
Parenting, Mental Health and Transgender Youth: Practices and Perspectives in India
Who Is a Transgender Person?
Transgender Mythology, History and Prevalence
Psychosocial Issues in Transgender Persons
Concept of Parenting in Southeast Asia
Parenting Style and Psychological Well-being of Transgender Persons
Parenting, Transgender Identity and `Coming Out´
Transgender Children and Psyche of Indian Parents
Transgender Child´s Perspective of Parents
Better Parenting Practice for Transgenders in Indian Cultural Context
Conclusion
References
Parenting Children with Disabilities in East Asian Countries and the U.S.
Introduction
Stigmatization: An Obstacle to Parenting Children with Disabilities
Responses to Stigmatization Within Families
Responses to Stigmatization in the Community
Parental Responses to Children´s Disabilities in Cultural Context
Confucianism
Buddhism
Animism and Other Spiritual Beliefs
Western Beliefs and Rights-Based Practices in Asian Cultures
Parenting Siblings of Children with Disabilities
Lessons Parents Learn from Children with Disabilities
Conclusion
References
Parenting and Adolescent Technological Addictions
Technology in Today´s Society
Adolescence in the Digital Era
Technological Addictions
Cultural Differences in Technological Additions
Culture as a Context for Development
Technological Addictions in Non-western Cultures
Parenting and Technological Addictions
Parenting and Culture
Relationship Parenting: Technological Addictions from a Cultural Perspective
References
Becoming a Father in South Africa: Customary Practices and Negotiating Fatherhood
Becoming a Father in South Africa: Customary Practices and Negotiating Fatherhood
Intlawulo and Fathering in South Africa
Methods
Waiting to Be a Father
Becoming a Responsible and Respectful Father
Being and Reconciling Families
Negotiating Fathering as an Outsider
Discussion and Conclusion
References
Transnational Parenthood
Introduction
Transnational Families
Transnational Parenthood
Transnational Motherhood
Transnational Fatherhood
Different Aspects of Transnational Parenthood Practices
Communication
Emotions and Intimacy
Conclusion
References
