Journal of Education and Human Development

Parent-Child Connectedness as a Predictor of Positive Youth Development in Early Adolescence
Carmen Irving

Abstract
Parent-Child Connectedness is a strong emotional bond between a child or adolescent and their parental figure. However, the elements that contribute to connectedness are less defined. This study sought to test potential contributors as well as connections between Parent-Child Connectedness and Positive Youth Development. Operational zing Parent-Child Connectedness as a mechanism for supporting and predicting positive youth development represents a shift from much of the Positive Youth Development research, which focuses on ecological contexts rather than relationships. This study determined that climate of trust and time together achieved significance as contributors to Parent-Child Connectedness across demographics. This study also determined that Parent-Child Connectedness predicted three of the five components of Positive youth Development – character, confidence, and connection.

Full Text: PDF     DOI: 10.15640/jehd.v13n1a5