Influence of Parenting Factors on Childhood Social Anxiety: Direct Observation of Parental Warmth and Control

Abstract

The purpose of the present study was to determine the association of parenting behaviors with the level of social anxiety symptomatology in their children. Three parental factors, including parental socialization, control, and warmth were investigated in a sample of 31 two-parent families. Rather than solely rely upon retrospective questionnaires, this study incorporated direct observation and a Daily Activity Log to more accurately assess the qualities of social interaction. Moderate associations between parental control and child anxious symptomatology were found, with no support for the association between parental warmth and child anxiety. Implications, limitations, and future directions are discussed.

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