I'M NOT A PARENT YET!
By Gerald Davis, Jr.
​Caucasian parents are concerned with the child's ability to be independent and assertive at a young age. The sense of independence in a child's life gives them an influence that they are in charge of their own self. The sense of being in control builds up self esteem.
​Asian parents, on the other hand, focus more on obedience, reliability, and achievement. In order to keep family relations steady there needs to be obedience. This is often drilled into the children at a young age and they typically carry this throughout their lives. Family first is also something that is emphasized at a young age. Children are expected to obey rules and to respect elders and authority. Children of Asian families have been said to typically have strong relations with their family. However, they seem to have a more difficult time adapting to American culture and pleasing their traditional Asian parents.
​African American parents on the other hand use completely different methods of parenting on their children. They tend to use an authoritarian and disciplinary style of parenting. White children are allowed to explore on their own; they are offered more freedom. Black children, however, are told to be quiet and respectful in public and to obey the rules.
Parenting By Race
Caucasian Parents
Asian Parents
African American Parents
