This type of parent:

• Enables a child to make his/her own choices
• Makes clear rules and enforces them
• Rewards children's positive behaviour
• Is involved in their child's daily life where possible

This type of parent:

• Has expectations for a child that are too high
• Does not enable a child to make his/her own choices 
• Often insults and belittles a child
• Often ignores good behaviour and excessively punishes a child

This type of parent:

• Lets a child do what he/she wants
• Does not establish any rules for a child 
• Will give in to a child having tantrums 
• Provides no structure for a child

This type of parent:

• Does not have a close relationship with a child
• Allows a child to do what they want 
• Shows little interest in a child's behaviour or aspirations 
• Does not supervise a child/or arrange adequate supervision when needed