There are tons of old wives tales out there that you have most likely dismissed as being just a tale, like how the day of conception can determine a babyâs gender. However, this is one tale that actually has scientific evidence to back it up.
Authoritarian parenting is a style characterized by high demands and low responsiveness. Parents with an authoritarian style have very high expectations of their children, yet provide very little in the way of feedback and nurturance. Mistakes tend to be punished harshly. When feedback does occur, it is often negative.
Dictionary entry overview: What does authoritarian mean? â¢ AUTHORITARIAN (noun) The noun AUTHORITARIAN has 1 sense: 1. a person who behaves in an tyrannical manner Familiarity information: AUTHORITARIAN used as a noun is very rare. â¢ AUTHORITARIAN (adjective) The adjective AUTHORITARIAN has 3 senses: 1. characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty 2. likened to a dictator in severity