The Role of Inconsistent Discipline and Parental Involvement on Female Caregivers’ Internalizing Symptoms and Externalizing Behaviors among Preschool-aged Children

Authors

  • Beth H. Garland Baylor College of Medicine
  • Tammy D. Barry University of Southern Mississippi
  • Robert W. Heffer Texas A&M University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55370/hsdialog.v16i1.56

Abstract

This article summarizes the findings and implication of an empirical study that assessed the mediating role of parenting techniques on the relation between primary female caregivers’ internalizing (i.e., anxiety and depression) symptoms and child externalizing behavior (i.e., hyperactivity, aggression, attention problems) among preschoolers.

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Published

2013-04-05

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Research-to-Practice Summaries