Pengaruh Pola Asuh Otoriter Orang Tua Bagi Kehidupan Sosial Anak

Abstract

This study aims to determine the effect of authoritarian parenting on children's social life. This research used a qualitative descriptive method with a library research approach. Data collection techniques were carried out through the identification and review of various literature sources, such as scientific journals, books, and previous studies relevant to the research topic. Data analysis was conducted through three stages: data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The results of the study indicate that authoritarian parenting has a significant influence on children's social development. Excessive implementation of authoritarian parenting tends to have negative impacts on children's social abilities, such as low self-confidence, limited communication skills, withdrawal from the social environment, and fear of trying new things. Children who grow up in a highly controlling parenting environment tend to experience obstacles in developing their social interaction skills. Therefore, parents need to implement balanced parenting by considering children's emotional needs so that their social development can progress optimally.