"Steemit Engagement Challenge | S14W3 | Parent's Strict Behavior and Children's Mental Health".

INTRODUCTION

The way we act is complicated, but it's shaped by what's going on in our heads and in the world around us. We're always changing, and so is our behavior. Understanding why we do the things we do is kinda tricky. People are all different, and that means we all act differently too.

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The advantages of parents' strict behavior are;

• Their children are feasible to develop good work habits and a strong work ethic.
• They are less likely to engage in dangerous behavior.
• They are more possible to have high academic achievement.
• They may be more conceivable to stay out of trouble with the law.
• They may be less likely to engage in risky sexual behavior.

The disadvantages of strict parents' behavior are;

• Their children may rebel or become resentful.
• Their children may have a lack of independence and autonomy.
• They may not learn to make their own decisions or solve their problems.
• They may develop anxiety or depression.
• They may have trouble forming healthy relationships.
• They may develop a negative view of authority figures.

it's important to note that these advantages and disadvantages are not guaranteed, and every child is different. I have seen cases of a child from a strict family going wild and I have seen a child from a non-strict family who portrays good behaviour. At some point, we should let our children go out to do what other children are doing so that when they have the opportunity to stay on their own like going to school, they won't use that opportunity to explore life negatively.

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If I were in the place of a child who is facing strictness from their parents, I would likely feel several different emotions. I might feel frustrated, angry, resentful, or sad. I may feel a lack of control over my own life and choices. I may also feel pressure to meet my parents' expectations. It's important to remember that these are all normal emotions to feel in such a situation. I would also likely feel a desire to talk to someone about my feelings, whether that's a friend, a family member, or a counselor.

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As a Child I expect that my parents treat me with respect, to set clear boundaries, and to be emotionally supportive. I expect my Parents to also be good role models. I want my life to be a replica of theirs. I want people to see me and see my parent's good lifestyle in me. I expect my parents to teach me the importance of values like honesty, respect, and kindness.

I expect that my parents won't push me to anger like the bible said in Ephesians 6:4(Do not provoke your children to wrath but bring them up in the training and admonition of the Lord) so many parents forget this part because there are so focused on children obey your parents in the lord. (Ephesians 6:1)

We expect that all Children should feel safe and secure in their parents' love and should know that they can always rely on their parents for guidance and support. Parents should also be open and honest with their children, and should not use emotional blackmail or manipulation to control them. All children also expect their parents to be loving, supportive, and consistent in their behavior.

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Emotional blackmail is a very destructive and manipulative behavior that can have several negative effects on both the victim and the perpetrator. For the victim, emotional blackmail can lead to feelings of guilt, anxiety, fear, and depression. It can also lead to low self-esteem, a loss of independence, and a dependence on the perpetrator. For the perpetrator, emotional blackmail can lead to a lack of trust, feelings of resentment, and an inability to form healthy relationships. In some cases, emotional blackmail can even lead to physical abuse.
It is a very destructive behavior that should not be tolerated

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In conclusion

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