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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020

The Effects of Maternal and Paternal Helicopter Parenting on the Self-Determination and Prosocial Behavior of Emerging Adults

Virtual · June 2020

Poster Sessions · Developmental

  • Miranda Batte-Futrell
    University of Mary Washington
  • Christine Cao
    University of Mary Washington
  • Erin Whitesell
    University of Mary Washington
  • Nichole Boigegrain
    University of Mary Washington
  • Holly Schiffrin
    University of Mary Washington

Abstract

We examined the relationship between helicopter parenting (HP), psychological needs, and prosocial behaviors among emerging adults. Psychological need satisfaction mediated the relationship between HP and prosocial behaviors. As emerging adults reported more HP by their mothers or fathers, they reported less satisfaction of their psychological needs and fewer prosocial behaviors.

Families/Parenting