Education

Maternal depression and children's behavioral self-regulation: the role of parenting and children's screen time

S. Wang, J. Huang, et al.

This research conducted by Shuang Wang, Jin Huang, Hongbin Xie, Cong Liu, and Xiaolong Wang explores the significant link between maternal depression and children's behavioral self-regulation. It uncovers the nuanced roles of supportive parenting and family screen time, revealing that effective parenting practices can enhance early childhood development within the Chinese family context.

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Abstract

This study investigated the association between maternal depression and children's behavioral self-regulation, examining the mediating roles of maternal supportive parenting and children's family screen time. Using a sample of 657 Chinese children and their mothers, structural equation models revealed that supportive parenting and screen time partially mediated the effect of maternal depression on children's self-regulation. Supportive parenting played a key mediating role, while screen time's impact was less significant. The findings highlight the importance of parenting practices in early childhood development within the Chinese family context.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Feb 09, 2024

Authors

Shuang Wang, Jin Huang, Hongbin Xie, Cong Liu, Xiaolong Wang

DOI

https://doi.org/10.1057/s41599-024-02705-2

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