Perceived Parenting Styles, Personal Growth Initiative and Resilience Among Young Adults

This study explores the relationship between perceived parenting styles and key psychological constructs in young adults: Personal Growth Initiative (PGI) and Resilience, considering potential gender differences. Data from 260 young adults (130 males, 130 females) were analyzed using statistical methods, revealing robust correlations between parenting styles and both Resilience and PGI, notably with Authoritative parenting. Gender differences emerged, with males scoring higher in Authoritarian and Permissive styles. Multivariate Analysis of Variance (MANOVA) highlighted the significant impact of different parenting styles on PGI and Resilience, emphasizing Authoritative parenting’s influence on PGI and Permissive parenting’s role in fostering Resilience. These findings contribute valuable insights for parents, educators, and counselors, enhancing understanding of parenting’s role in young adults’ psychological development and well-being.