{"id":20120,"date":"2023-09-22T12:57:42","date_gmt":"2023-09-22T11:57:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/?p=20120"},"modified":"2025-07-10T16:39:25","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T15:39:25","slug":"harsh-parenting-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/harsh-parenting-effects\/","title":{"rendered":"The Effects of Harsh Parenting: A negative self-perpetuating loop"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #121c4e;color:#121c4e\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #121c4e;color:#121c4e\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/harsh-parenting-effects\/#Key_takeaways_for_caregivers_on_harsh_parenting\" >Key takeaways for caregivers on harsh parenting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/harsh-parenting-effects\/#Harsh_parenting_negatively_affects_childrens_mental_health\" >Harsh parenting negatively affects children\u2019s mental health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/harsh-parenting-effects\/#How_does_childrens_mental_health_affect_parenting_behavior\" >How does children\u2019s mental health affect parenting behavior?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/harsh-parenting-effects\/#Exploring_two-way_relations_between_parenting_and_childrens_mental_health\" >Exploring two-way relations between parenting and children\u2019s mental health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/harsh-parenting-effects\/#Evidence_for_two-way_relations_between_harsh_parenting_and_childrens_mental_health\" >Evidence for two-way relations between harsh parenting and children\u2019s mental health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/harsh-parenting-effects\/#How_can_parents_support_children_with_behavioral_or_emotional_issues\" >How can parents support children with behavioral or emotional issues?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/harsh-parenting-effects\/#What_does_this_mean_for_child_development_policy\" >What does this mean for child development policy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_takeaways_for_caregivers_on_harsh_parenting\"><\/span><strong>Key takeaways for caregivers on harsh parenting<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Although most parents strive to provide a <a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/what-is-gentle-parenting-and-is-it-good-for-children\/\">l<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/what-is-gentle-parenting-and-is-it-good-for-children\/\">oving, gentle and supportive environment<\/a> for their children, they sometimes rely on harsh parenting practices to instill discipline and rules.<\/li>\n<li>Our research shows that harsh parenting, such as hitting or shouting, may have a damaging effect on children\u2019s behavior and emotional development. Not to mention their <a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/harsh-parenting-educational-attainment\/\">educational attainment<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>This is a two-way relationship: Children struggling with big emotions or having trouble behaving appropriately (as any child will during their development) may also increase the strain on their caregivers\u2019 parenting behaviors.<\/li>\n<li>This can lead to a self-perpetuating loop in which harsh parenting practices increase <a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/brain-scans-mental-health\/\">children\u2019s mental health problems<\/a>, which leads to further increases in harsh parenting practices, thus further exacerbating children\u2019s mental health difficulties.<\/li>\n<li>Policies and services for parents should emphasize the benefits of positive parenting practices over harsh parenting practices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Harsh_parenting_negatively_affects_childrens_mental_health\"><\/span><strong>Harsh parenting negatively affects children\u2019s mental health <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In many parts of the world, including the United States, England, and Northern Ireland, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.childrenareunbeatable.org.uk\/current-position\/current-law.html\">physically punishing children<\/a> is still officially permitted. This is problematic considering that several studies suggest that harsh parenting practices, such as hitting or shouting, negatively affect children\u2019s behavioral and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/social-emotional-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">emotional development<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Such practices have been linked to an increased risk of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and aggression. They have also been associated with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/harsh-parenting-impacts-a-childs-learning-and-behavior\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">poorer academic performance<\/a>, lower self-esteem, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/physical-punishment-impact-childrens-psychological-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">impaired social skills<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Using harsh parenting practices such as hitting or shouting is not only ineffective as a disciplinary tool but may <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cam.ac.uk\/research\/news\/harsh-discipline-increases-risk-of-children-developing-lasting-mental-health-problems#:~:text=About%2010%25%20of%20the%20children,completely%20determine%20mental%20health%20outcomes.\">harm children\u2019s mental health<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_childrens_mental_health_affect_parenting_behavior\"><\/span><strong>How does children\u2019s mental health affect parenting behavior?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While research has primarily considered the effect of parenting behavior on children\u2019s development, effects may also occur in the opposite direction. Children who act out frequently or struggle with controlling their emotions may also place <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parentingstyles.com\/child-development\/temper-tantrum\/\">unique strains on parenting<\/a> behavior. As a result, children\u2019s mental health may <a href=\"https:\/\/learning.nspcc.org.uk\/children-and-families-at-risk\/parental-mental-health-problems\">negatively affect parenting<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>For example, a child who has trouble controlling their emotions may throw frequent temper tantrums, which can lead to parental frustration and negative reactions, such as yelling or <a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/physical-punishment-impact-childrens-psychological-development\/\">physical punishment<\/a>. This, in turn, may lead the child to struggle with controlling their emotions even more.<\/p>\n<p>Such two-way relationships have received limited attention in research. By recognizing the influence that a child\u2019s behavior can have on parenting, interventions can be designed to target both the child\u2019s emotional and behavioral difficulties and the parent\u2019s reactions and coping mechanisms. Supporting parents in managing their child\u2019s difficulties in a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/authoritative-parenting-balancing-discipline-with-warmth-and-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">positive and effective way<\/a>\u00a0can ultimately lead to better outcomes for both the child and the family.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20127\" style=\"width: 1290px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20127\" class=\"wp-image-20127 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-monstera-7114236.jpg\" alt=\"Father telling off child at home.\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-monstera-7114236.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-monstera-7114236-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-monstera-7114236-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-monstera-7114236-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-monstera-7114236-356x237.jpg 356w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-monstera-7114236-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-monstera-7114236-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20127\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/crop-unrecognizable-ethnic-father-scolding-kid-at-home-7114236\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Monstera<\/a>. Pexels.<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exploring_two-way_relations_between_parenting_and_childrens_mental_health\"><\/span><strong>Exploring two-way relations between parenting and children\u2019s mental health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>My colleagues and I conducted\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/cdev.13761\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">a study<\/a>\u00a0to explore the two-way relations between parenting behaviors and children\u2019s mental health. We investigated whether harsh parenting tactics such as <a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/hitting-children-reduces-literacy-skills\/\">hitting and shouting<\/a> show two-way relations with children\u2019s behaviors across early to middle childhood (when children are three, five, and seven years old).<\/p>\n<p>The behavioral effects we studied included two externalizing behaviors \u2013 conduct problems (e.g., throwing temper tantrums) and hyperactive\/inattentive behaviors (e.g., being easily distracted). We also looked at emotional problems (e.g., symptoms of depression and anxiety).<\/p>\n<p>Our study included 14,037 children (49% female, 84% White) and one of their parents (primarily mothers) who were part of the UK\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cls.ucl.ac.uk\/cls-studies\/millennium-cohort-study\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Millennium Cohort Study<\/a>. Participants came from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds, ensuring that the study was representative of the UK population.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evidence_for_two-way_relations_between_harsh_parenting_and_childrens_mental_health\"><\/span><strong>Evidence for two-way relations between harsh parenting and children\u2019s mental health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Using harsh parenting techniques, such as shouting at or hitting three- to five-year-olds, led to children showing more symptoms of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/adhd\/three-types-adhd#:~:text=ADHD%20is%20characterized%20by%20inattention,fidgeting%2C%20difficulties%20staying%20on%20task\">hyperactivity and inattention<\/a>, and more emotional problems when they were five and seven. These findings are consistent with previous research showing that harsh parenting practices have a negative effect on children\u2019s mental health.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Harsh parenting practices can <a href=\"https:\/\/neurosciencenews.com\/harsh-discipline-mental-health-22912\/\">increase children\u2019s mental health problems<\/a> which, in turn, lead to further increases in harsh parenting practices.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>This is not a one-way relation. Parents of children who showed more conduct problems and hyperactive\/inattentive behaviors and parents of children with higher levels of emotional problems were more likely to increase their harsh parenting in the subsequent year. Thus, harsh parenting may have negative effects for children through a negative self-perpetuating loop: In this way, harsh parenting practices can increase children\u2019s mental health problems which, in turn, lead to further increases in harsh parenting practices.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20343\" style=\"width: 1290px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20343\" class=\"wp-image-20343 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Harsh-parenting-effects-A-negative-self-perpetuating-loop-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Harsh-parenting-effects-A-negative-self-perpetuating-loop-1.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Harsh-parenting-effects-A-negative-self-perpetuating-loop-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Harsh-parenting-effects-A-negative-self-perpetuating-loop-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Harsh-parenting-effects-A-negative-self-perpetuating-loop-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Harsh-parenting-effects-A-negative-self-perpetuating-loop-1-356x237.jpg 356w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Harsh-parenting-effects-A-negative-self-perpetuating-loop-1-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Harsh-parenting-effects-A-negative-self-perpetuating-loop-1-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20343\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@lukepennystan\">Luke Pennystand<\/a>. Unsplash<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_parents_support_children_with_behavioral_or_emotional_issues\"><\/span><strong>How can parents support children with behavioral or emotional issues?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>1. Support children\u2019s ability to meet expectations<\/h3>\n<p>First, our findings suggest that using harsh parenting practices such as hitting or shouting is not only ineffective as a disciplinary tool but may harm children\u2019s mental health.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/corporal-punishment-child-discipline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Other parenting techniques<\/a>\u00a0should be used to support children\u2019s healthy development, such as ignoring unwanted behaviors, setting clear expectations, and explaining why certain behaviors are unwanted. (For additional examples, see the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s10826-014-9991-7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">evidence-based<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/incredibleyears.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Incredible Years Parent Programs<\/em><\/a>.)<\/p>\n<p>These approaches help children understand and learn from their mistakes without damaging their self-esteem or sense of security. Using such methods can lead to a more positive and supportive relationship between parent and child.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Consider socioemotional difficulties<\/h3>\n<p>Second, our findings underline the importance of addressing parenting difficulties in families with socioemotional difficulties to help prevent the accumulation of additional issues. Children experiencing big emotions or having trouble behaving appropriately can increase the stress and challenges of parenting. Thus, we encourage parents to reflect on their\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/what-is-gentle-parenting-and-is-it-good-for-children\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">parenting strategies<\/a> and seek the assistance of mental health professionals to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/corporal-punishment-children-parenting-skills\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">develop ways<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/corporal-punishment-children-parenting-skills\/\">\u00a0to support their children<\/a> in overcoming challenging behaviors without resorting to harsh parenting tactics.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20126\" style=\"width: 1290px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20126\" class=\"wp-image-20126 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-ahmed-akacha-6815390.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-ahmed-akacha-6815390.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-ahmed-akacha-6815390-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-ahmed-akacha-6815390-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-ahmed-akacha-6815390-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-ahmed-akacha-6815390-356x237.jpg 356w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-ahmed-akacha-6815390-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-ahmed-akacha-6815390-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20126\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/sad-girl-near-shabby-tent-6815390\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ahmed akacha<\/a>. Pexels.<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_this_mean_for_child_development_policy\"><\/span><strong>What does this mean for child development policy? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Our research supports recent policy changes in Scotland and Wales, which explicitly ban the use of physical punishment as a parenting tool. We encourage policymakers in other parts of the United Kingdom, the United States, and elsewhere to implement similar policies.<\/p>\n<p>Policymakers should also prioritize providing interventions and services for at-risk children and families. This could include evidence-based parenting programs, mental health support for parents and children, and other forms of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/childandfamilyblog.com\/negative-impact-of-parental-physical-punishment-of-children\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">family support<\/a>\u00a0to help promote positive child development and prevent the escalation of behavioral and emotional difficulties and negative effects.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Some parents rely on harsh practices for discipline. 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