In conclusion, we examined whether the influence of G1 AUD on the proximity of G1 and G3 groups was dependent on the quality of the connection between G1 and G2. Cytogenetics and Molecular Genetics The maternal and paternal grandparent data were each subjected to their own model estimation procedures. Three indirect effects were supported by our collected and analyzed data. G1 maternal grandparent AUD estimations indicated a correlation between predicted stress levels in the relationship between the G1 grandmother and G2 mother, and a heightened closeness between maternal grandmothers and their grandchildren. The indirect effect's influence extended to the G1 paternal grandfathers and the subsequent G2 fathers. In addition, a paternal grandparent (G1) with AUD was associated with a lower level of support from that G1 grandfather to the G2 father, which was a factor in determining reduced closeness between the paternal grandfathers and grandchildren. The results highlight intricate intergenerational consequences of AUD on family bonds, consistent with the posited transmission effect of intergenerational ties. Copyright for the PsycINFO Database Record, as of 2023, belongs exclusively to APA.
The study examined the connection between mothers' and fathers' inhibitory control, a component of executive function (EF) that assesses the ability to inhibit a prevailing response for a less prominent one, and their parenting practices observed when the children reached the age of seventy-five. In addition, facets of the typical home environment might either fortify or impair parents' ability to utilize their inhibitory control and engage in top-tier parenting. Household disorder, manifested through clutter, confusion, and ambient noise, can impede parents' capacity to effectively exercise inhibitory control and engage in the provision of high-quality parenting. In conclusion, more research analyzed if parental evaluations of household disorder influenced the connections between inhibitory control and their parenting behaviors. Data for the family development study originated from a sample of approximately 102 families. These families were headed by parents of different sexes (99 mothers and 90 fathers) with 75-year-old children. The results of multilevel modeling studies highlighted that inhibitory control was a predictor of a more positive and sensitive parenting style, particularly in households with low levels of chaos. In environments marked by average or high household chaos, the association between inhibitory control and parenting quality proved to be statistically insignificant. The significance of household disruption and inhibitory control as contributing elements to parental effectiveness for both fathers and mothers is underscored by these findings. The PsycInfo Database Record, copyright 2023 APA, is subject to full copyright restrictions.
The present study investigated the correlations between parents' secure base script understanding, parental sensitivity, and sensitive discipline methods within 461 families, with 922 same-sex twin children (mean age 700, standard deviation 218). We investigated whether the magnitude of the connections between parental secure base script knowledge, parental sensitivity, and sensitive discipline were the same for monozygotic and dizygotic twin siblings. During a computerized version of a structured cooperative drawing exercise (Etch-A-Sketch), parental sensitivity was displayed. Clinical named entity recognition The 'Don't touch' or 'Do-Don't' task served as a context for observing sensitive disciplinary practices. H-151 Parental approaches to sensitivity and discipline were observed a total of twice, with one observation per twin sibling. The Attachment Script Assessment provided a measure of parents' grasp of the secure base script. Linear mixed-model analyses indicated that parents demonstrating a stronger understanding of secure base scripts engaged in more sensitive interactions with their twin children and employed more sensitive disciplinary strategies. For the first time, these findings demonstrate that parents' secure base script knowledge is a predictor of both parental sensitivity and sensitive discipline. Parental sensitivity, secure base script knowledge, and sensitive disciplinary practices remained unrelated to genetic similarity in children. Longitudinal studies encompassing multiple assessments of sensitivity and discipline throughout infancy, childhood, and early adolescence can offer deeper understanding of how secure base script knowledge and parental sensitivity and discipline interact over time. The rights to this PsycINFO database record, as copyright 2023 of APA, are fully reserved.
Family members' responses to the disclosure of a youth's LGBTQ identity significantly influence the well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning young people. To gain deeper insight into the variety of family reactions currently exhibited, this study established latent profiles of family reaction patterns and investigated the associated predictors and outcomes. In 2011 and 2012, a cohort of LGBTQ youth (N = 447, Mage = 188) assessed the reactions of their mothers, fathers, brothers, and sisters to their disclosed LGBTQ identities, while concurrently documenting their own depressive symptoms and self-esteem levels. Patterns of family member reactions were examined through latent profile analysis. Participants, 492% of them reporting moderately positive reactions, and 340% reporting overwhelmingly positive feedback from their entire family, contrasted with 168% of youth who reported negative responses from all family members. Youth's social positions and demographic characteristics, including transgender identity and assigned male sex at birth, were associated with different family reaction profiles. Older ages at first disclosure for transgender youth correlated with negative reactions, while increased time since first disclosure, the presence of LGBTQ+ parents or siblings, and co-residence with family members among gay youth were linked to positive reactions. Younger youth, particularly those of multiracial backgrounds, demonstrated a predisposition toward moderately positive family reactions. Families characterized by adverse reactions were associated with higher rates of depressive symptoms and reduced self-esteem among their youth, contrasted with those demonstrating a moderately positive or exceptionally positive environment. The findings highlight the close relationship between family members' reactions, prompting consideration for interventions targeting the entire family system for LGBTQ youth with rejecting or less accepting family members. Copyright for the PsycINFO database record, issued in 2023, is exclusively held by APA.
Individual disparities in personality attributes directly influence the quality of social relationships. The parent-child relationship stands out as a major social influence in a person's life, and positive parenting practices are associated with a positive trajectory of child development. This study sought to pinpoint personality traits, assessed at age 16 before conception, as predictors of positive parenting behaviors later in life. 207 young women, who were participants in a prospective, longitudinal study from their childhood (835% Black or multiracial; 869% receiving public assistance), were observed interacting with their infants at the four-month postpartum mark. We explored how personality traits related to social interactions—empathy, callousness, and rejection sensitivity—correlated with different aspects of parenting behaviors—maternal warmth, responsiveness, and mental state discussions. Moreover, we examined the potential moderating role of infant emotional reactions in the association between personality and parenting strategies. Subsequent maternal warmth and responsiveness were indicated by preconception empathy, a finding contrasted by the inverse association between preconception callousness and maternal warmth. The association between rejection sensitivity and maternal mental state talk was shaped by the infant's emotional expression, as predicted by a goodness-of-fit model. This study, as far as we know, is the initial investigation into the associations between personality characteristics prior to conception and resultant parenting behaviors. According to the findings, a woman's personality characteristics during her teenage years, potentially many years before she becomes a mother, might be predictive of her interactions with her infant. Intervention strategies in adolescence, as clinically observed, show promise for influencing later parental behaviors, which can, in turn, impact children's developmental trajectories. The year 2023 PsycINFO database record, copyrighted by the American Psychological Association, all rights reserved.
A multitude of scholars argue that the comprehension of the emotional states of others, typically referred to as empathy, is essential for sentiments of concern for others and has a significant impact on our moral lives. The concept of compassion, encompassing care and concern for others, is frequently highlighted as a substantial force behind prosocial motivations and actions. This research employs computational linguistic techniques to examine the link between compassion and empathy. Researchers found through analyzing 2,356,916 Facebook posts from 2781 individuals that high-empathy individuals employed different linguistic expressions compared to those high in compassion, accounting for shared characteristics. People with empathy, when compassion is factored out, frequently use self-absorbed language to describe negative emotions, isolation from others, and the experience of overwhelming feelings. Compassionate individuals, after accounting for their empathy quotient, frequently employ language that centers on others and describe positive feelings and social relationships. Empathy, lacking compassion, is linked to negative health consequences, while compassion, without empathy, is related to positive health results, positive life decisions, and generous donations. Compassion-based moral motivation is favored by such findings, rather than empathy-driven approaches.