Estilos de Crianza y Bienestar Psicológico en Estudiantes Universitarios de Extremadura

Abstract

Introduction. The aim of this study is to identify which types of parenting styles are associated with optimal results in the psychological well-being of university students in Extremadura. The participants were 400 students from Extremadura, aged between 18 and 30 years, 80% of them women and 20% men. Parenting styles were classified into three types according to Darling and Steinberg: commitment, psychological autonomy, and behavioral control. For the dimensions of psychological well-being, six were used according to Ryff: positive relationships, self-acceptance, personal growth, purpose in life, mastery of the environment, and autonomy. Method. Regression analysis and discriminant analysis were performed to test the associations between students’ parenting styles and psychological well-being. Results. The results show direct significant relationships between parenting styles and psychological well-being. Discussion or Conclusion. The commitment dimension of parenting styles interacted with a higher level of psychological well-being in young people. On the other hand, no significant relationships were found between behavioral control and psychological well-being.