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Free-range parenting represents more than a methodology – it's a philosophical approach that trusts children's potential. By balancing protection with independence, parents can nurture adaptable, confident individuals prepared for an increasingly complex world. 

Parenting is not a crash course people can take, but striking a balance is key to raising children who are both secure and independent. Here is an expert's view on how parenting styles can have a impact on young and growing kids.  

Talking and reading to children in their early years is particularly important for language and literacy skills Listening to, and supporting, children to understand and learn to regulate their own emotions is also important for later emotional and social well-being Overly intensive or "helicopter" parenting can however increase risk of anxiety and poorer coping skills in kids when they become teenagers and young adults

Encourage curiosity and productive disagreement Try to give others the benefit of the doubt because most people do not intend to do harm Life is not safe or risk-free, the best protection is the knowledge that you can handle life's challenges

Students who had mothers who allowed them more autonomy reported higher life satisfaction, physical health and self-efficacy.