To such conclusion scientists have come.
Children whose parents rigidly control them and disregard the communication, often have a diagnosis of “obesity”. Children 2-5 years with their parents, establishing a rigid framework, and not giving the right to dialogue or manifestations of affection are 30 per cent more were obese than their peers who had a more loving and loyal parents. But for the age group 6-11 years, the strict parent increased the risk of obesity by 37%. Also the likelihood of excess weight was increased when the family lived in poverty.
According to Lisa Kakinada from McGill University, dire financial situation may affect the behavior of parents. Scientist analyzed data for children 1994-2008. There are four approaches to parenting: authoritative (parents are demanding but responsive to the needs of the child), authoritarian (require, but do not pay attention to the wishes of the children) allowed (does not require anything to satisfy the wishes of the child) and sloppy (and don’t require, and give nothing).
It is the authoritarian parenting style was most increased the risk of obesity in children. The risk was also increased if parents satisfy the needs of the children, asking nothing. The best option reputable. Parents introduce into a child’s life rules, but show love. If a child misbehaves, some parents explain to him why his behavior is unacceptable.
But in an authoritarian scheme, the parents usually can’t rationally explain, why punish the child or impose any kind of rule. For them the main thing – control. In this situation, the child is difficult to learn to control their behavior and make the right choice, including in relation to food. For example, if parents are allowed to eat chocolate in a strictly defined their scope, but does not explain why it is harmful to eat a lot of chocolate, the child will, whenever possible, to overeat.
