Children who were provided with problem solving solutions and positive affects by their mothers as effective scaffolding were related to socially competent behavior and cognitive competence in those children.

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Parenting style greatly effects the impact of children’s ability to interact in their social environment in interpreting and gaining guidance in social cues. The variability in a parent’s consistency to show up and teach their kids how to problem solving will instill early patterns of behavior in the child that will influence a child’s achievement and interpersonal relations. 

Parental involvement

Reid, J. B., Patterson, G. R., & Snyder, J. J. (Eds.). (2002). Antisocial behavior in children and adolescents: A developmental analysis and model for intervention. American Psychological Association.

Reference: Antisocial Behavior in Children and Adolescents (2002)

Scaffolding

Parental involvement can occur in two broad settings. School-based involvement consists of parents interacting directly with a child's school, such as attending meetings or events, communicating with teachers, or volunteering. Home-based involvement consists of parents supporting education outside school, such as helping with homework, discussing academic matters, or assisting with course selection.

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