Parental Support Systems And Their Significant Impact On Mental Health Of Growing Children

Authors

  • Dr. Ardhanaari M Professor & HOD, Psychiatry, Meenakshi Medical College Hospital & Research Institute, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, Enathur, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 631552.
  • Dr. Aryama Aniruddhan V.J Assistant Professor, Paediatrics, Meenakshi Medical College Hospital & Research Institute, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, Enathur, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 631552.
  • Dr. Chamundeeswari D Professor cum Principal, Meenakshi College of Pharmacy, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research.
  • Aarthi A Assistant Professor, Meenakshi College of Occupational Therapy, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.67440/ahj.v21i1s.891

Keywords:

Parenting, child development, emotional health, mental health, parental support.

Abstract

Background: Their parental support systems are such that they influence the psychologically and emotionally developing children. The positive parental involvement has been linked to enhanced resilience, emotional stability, and social competence. Objective: This paper explores the important role parental support systems have on the psychological outcome of developing children. Methodology: An integrated method was also employed involving a survey and behavior of 150 children of ages 8-15, and a structured interview with their parents. The correlation and regression were used to analyze the quantitative data Findings: The findings revealed that there is a solid positive relationship (r = 0.68) between the regular parental support and better mental health measures that include less anxiety and an increase in self-esteem. Children with high parental engagement had 35% of their behavioral problems reduced as opposed to those with less support. The predictors were emotional availability and communication. Conclusion: The results indicate that positive parenting support systems have a great effect on improving mental well-being among children. The reinforcement of parent-child bonds can be an introduction to preventive efforts in cases of mental health difficulties and enhance more developmentally healthy outcomes.

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Published

2026-05-10

How to Cite

M, D. A., Aniruddhan V.J, D. A., D, D. C., & A, A. (2026). Parental Support Systems And Their Significant Impact On Mental Health Of Growing Children. Adolescência E Saúde, 21(1s), 657–663. https://doi.org/10.67440/ahj.v21i1s.891

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