An examination of theses on parenting styles in psychology in Turkiye

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic, while deeply affecting social structures worldwide, has also led to fundamental changes in family dynamics. This process has reshaped parenting approaches and practices, forcing parents to develop new strategies to protect their children's psychological and physical health. This study aims to lay the groundwork for discussions in both the academic literature and practical applications by offering a more comprehensive perspective on the evolution of parenting dynamics in the post-pandemic period. In this study, a descriptive analysis of theses written on parenting styles was conducted using document analysis, one of the qualitative research methods. Within the scope of the research, theses written in the post-pandemic period, which appeared in keyword searches and were conducted in the departments of psychology and clinical psychology, were examined. A total of 24 theses that met these criteria were identified. These theses were analyzed using content analysis; elements such as the method, sample, and data collection tools of the theses were evaluated in detail. The findings provide an in-depth analysis of current research on parenting styles in the post-pandemic period. These new parenting paradigms have the potential to significantly impact the developmental processes of not only parents but also future generations.

Keywords

• Pandemic
• Parenting styles
• Psychology research
• Thesis

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