The negative side effects to this type of parenting include: Children are aggressive, but can also be socially inept, shy and cannot make their own decisions. Children in these families have poor self-esteem, are poor judges of character and will rebel against authority figures when they are older.

How does Authoritative parenting affect the child?

Kids raised by authoritative parents are more likely to become independent, self-reliant, socially accepted, academically successful, and well-behaved. They are less likely to report depression and anxiety, and less likely to engage in antisocial behavior like delinquency and drug use.

Is authoritarian parenting effective?

You've probably seen it in action. The authoritarian parenting often relies on the threat of consequences to control behavior. ... Authoritarian parenting can be good at getting children to obey in the short term, but the long-term effects can be less than effective.