Raising children has never been a "competition" between mother and father. However, many psychological studies show that the role of the father brings different impacts, especially in some aspects of children's development.
1. Encourage children to dare to try and accept risks
According to research published by the University of Cambridge, fathers tend to encourage their children to explore, climb, exercise vigorously or try new things. Meanwhile, mothers tend to focus on protecting and ensuring safety.
This does not mean that the mother is wrong, but the "controlled risk" that the father creates helps children develop more confidence, problem-solving ability and independent spirit.
2. Teach children to control emotions in a practical way
A report from Harvard University shows that the way fathers react to their children's emotions often tends to guide them to handle situations, instead of just comforting them. While mothers are easily empathetic and comforting, fathers often ask: "What will you do next?
This approach helps children learn solution thinking and the ability to self-adjust emotions in a social environment.
3. Create clear and consistent discipline
According to analysis by the American Psychological Association, the positive presence of a father is related to the ability to self-control and higher discipline in children.
Mothers are often softer and more flexible in their handling, while fathers tend to set specific principles and require their children to follow them. The combination of these two styles creates a balanced educational foundation.
Not more - but different
In fact, there is no such thing as mother "being inferior" to father or vice versa. Each person brings their own value in the process of raising children. Children develop best when they benefit from both mother's gentleness and empathy and father's decisiveness and direction.
Raising children is a journey of companionship. When father and mother understand each other's strengths and coordinate harmoniously, that is the biggest advantage for children.
