parenting education

Learning to raise kids

Parenting education refers to classes, programs, or resources designed to teach child-rearing skills and knowledge.

Courts often mandate parenting education during custody disputes or after child welfare involvement.

Programs cover topics like discipline strategies, child development, and communication: The divorce required them to complete a parenting education course.

Also called parent education or parenting classes.

Related

temperament · positive reinforcement · sibling relationships · active listening · blended families · support groups · resilience · brain development · family roles · language acquisition · childcare services · emotional regulation · time-outs · screen time · attachment · cognitive development · play dates · motor skills

Opposites
knowledge acquisition vs ignorance

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Proceeding without preparation

intentional preparation vs neglect

parenting educationparental neglect

Failing to care for dependents

willful ignorance · child neglect

formal guidance vs informal/traditional transmission

parenting educationtraditional parenting

Established child-rearing approach

learning from experience · trial and error · old wives' tales

Family

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