Comparison between Parenting styles and Children Ego strength

Ego strength plays a determinant role in individual’s psychological health. The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between parenting styles and Ego strength. So, one hundred and ninety girls in high school completed Ego strength scale (ESS). Also one of the students parent were asked to complete the Baumrind parenting styles Questionnaire. Results revealed a significant positive correlation between authoritative parenting and Ego strength(R=0.29, p<0.01). Permissive parenting style demonstrated a significant positive association with ego strength(R=0.05, p<0/18). Also the relationship between authoritative parenting and Arthurian parenting style was significantly negative (R=-0/40, p<0.01).