Certain parenting behaviors associated with positive changes in well-being during COVID-19 pandemic

(Society for Research in Child Development) A new longitudinal study in Germany examined day-to-day parenting behavior during the restrictions and closures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic from the end of March until the end of April 2020. Research showed that autonomy-supportive parenting (offering meaningful choices when possible) contributed to positive well-being for both children and parents.