Description

We’re excited to share the latest episode of Mind the Kids, hosted by Dr. Jane Gilmore (UCL) and Professor Umar Toseeb (University of York). This episode dives into the complex relationship between parenting styles and infant characteristics, exploring whether their influences on child development are simply additive-or something more nuanced. Joined by special guest Dr. Robert Eves (Bielefeld University), we discuss groundbreaking research using large, nationally representative datasets to unpack how parenting and child traits interact. We also break down key theoretical models-like diathesis-stress, vantage sensitivity, and differential susceptibility-in accessible language, with practical takeaways for parents, practitioners, and researchers alike. Whether you’re a parent, academic, or professional in child development, tune in for evidence-based insights and a thoughtful discussion on what really shapes children’s outcomes.

Learning Objectives

1. Parenting plays a crucial role in shaping children's outcomes. 

2. Big data provides valuable insights into child development. 

3. Theoretical frameworks help explain the interaction between parenting and child characteristics. 

4. Differential susceptibility suggests some children are more sensitive to their environments. 

5. Cross-cultural studies reveal diverse parenting impacts on child development. 

6. Understanding context is essential in parenting research and research should consider multiple theoretical perspectives. 

7. Future research should explore the long-term effects of parenting on child development.

Paper Link

https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.14149