Which parenting style is described as showing little warmth towards the child?

The parenting style characterized by showing little warmth towards the child is authoritarian. This approach is defined by high demands and low responsiveness. Authoritarian parents enforce strict rules and expectations, emphasizing obedience and discipline over emotional support and nurturing. They often prioritize control and order over fostering a warm, supportive environment, which can lead to a lack of emotional connection between the parent and child. This style may result in children feeling undervalued and less capable of developing their own decision-making skills.

In contrast, the permissive style is marked by high warmth but low expectations, often leading to more lenient boundaries. The democratic style, also known as authoritative, allows for open communication and sets expectations while being supportive and validating the child's feelings. Negligent parenting, while lacking in warmth and also in engagement and responsiveness, differs in that it involves a lack of both emotional support and supervision.