Research by Institute of Education, funded by the govt, reported by DM here.
First three pars to give you the flavour
Children are more likely to grow into well-adjusted adults if their parents are firm disciplinarians, academics claimed yesterday.
Traditional 'authoritative' parenting, combining high expectations of behaviour with warmth and sensitivity, leads to more 'competent' children.
It is particularly important for girls, who can suffer from a lack of confidence and may turn to drugs if care is merely adequate, said researchers from London's Institute of Education, a body widely viewed as Left-wing.
Any thoughts? And if you count yourself as a 'strict' parent, what sanctions are you using if you think you kids are misbehaving?
Thanks in advance
MNHQ