Question

Decide how you would handle the situation and explain what parenting style it represents. You have one child, a 15-year-old, and you found him sneaking a couple of cans of beer out of the refrigerator.

Answer 1

I would call the boy make him seated and explain that he is not physically and mentally ready to consume alcohol. It’s not just legally wrong and it’s also morally wrong. So, taking something which only the adult should consume shouldn’t be taken without permission. I would tell him it’s not only wrong to do so but also would spoil all his opportunities and enjoyment in his school and society. I’m using authoritative parenting style to correct the boy because, I show high responsiveness and set high demands. I also understand why he did that but I’m very persistent and consistent in enforcing whatever boundaries that I set.