نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
نویسنده
استادیار، گروه روانشناسی، پژوهشگاه حوزه و دانشگاه، قم، ایران
چکیده
کلیدواژهها
عنوان مقاله [English]
نویسنده [English]
Introduction and Objectives: A critical factor in fostering normative development in adolescents is the parenting style adopted by their parents. Research on this subject-matter demonstrates that externalized behaviors in children are significantly influenced by the parenting and caregiving styles of their parents. Psychology suggests that parents who adopt informed and developmentally appropriate educational and relational strategies tailored to adolescents’ biological, cognitive, emotional, and social development are more likely to nurture cognitive and behavioral functionality in their children. In contemporary times, a major threat to adolescents is the unregulated and excessive use of digital technologies and cyberspaces. While the internet's global expansion offers numerous benefits, it also presents challenges, with adolescents being one of the most vulnerable groups to unregulated exposure. Parenting styles are pivotal in fostering normative adolescent development and safeguarding them from potential harm.
Islamic teachings link protection from psychological, moral, personal, and social disorders in children and future generations to parents' educational and nurturing styles. Based on religious teachings, it can be argued that adopting Islamic parenting styles enhances adolescents’ resilience against the harms associated with digital technologies and social media. This study aims to analyze the role of Islamic parenting styles in protecting adolescents from these harms.
Research Method: This study is categorized as theoretical and applied research. A descriptive-analytical method is employed, involving the collection, categorization, and description of relevant topics followed by their analysis and synthesis. Descriptive research focuses on understanding the current state of a phenomenon and systematically describing its features. Theoretical investigations primarily involve library-based data collection, followed by qualitative analysis and reasoning. The study endeavors to examine the role of Islamic parenting styles in safeguarding adolescents from smartphone and social media addiction. It integrates insights from Islamic teachings, psychological and educational theories, and empirical research. Content analysis of religious teachings is also employed alongside descriptive and analytical methods.
Summing-Up: A review of Islamic teachings, psychological research, and field studies reveals:
The prevalence of internet and smartphone addiction among adolescents is high.
Social media and smartphone addiction lead to various social, ethical, and familial harms.
Appropriate parenting styles significantly influence children’s social competencies and resilience.
Islamic parenting styles, rooted in divine teachings, provide comprehensive and precise guidance, aligning with adolescents’ psychological, social, and intrinsic needs.
Islamic parenting styles address adolescents’ emotional and psychological needs while fostering dignity and independence in parent-child relationships.
Islamic parenting styles consider individual and gender differences and adapt to the developmental context of the adolescent.
By fulfilling emotional and psychological needs, Islamic parenting styles reduce adolescents’ inclination toward harmful digital spaces.
Secure attachment between parents and children is a key factor in safeguarding adolescents from social media and smartphone addiction.
Failure to meet psychological needs within the family environment increases adolescents’ dependence on social media and smartphones.
Warm, respectful, and empathetic parent-child interactions significantly enhance adolescent resilience.
Discussion and Conclusion: The findings align with existing research on the role of parenting styles in promoting normative child and adolescent development and safeguarding them from various harms. Studies highlight that parent-child relationships characterized by affection, intimacy, and mutual respect boost adolescents’ self-esteem, confidence, and secure attachment. Adolescents raised in emotionally nurturing and spiritually enriched families exhibit better psychological health and normative personality traits. When biological, psychological, and spiritual needs are met within the family, adolescents are less likely to turn to risky friendships or harmful digital environments. Conversely, unmet emotional and psychological needs in the family often drive adolescents toward unsafe and unethical cyberspaces. Digital addiction poses numerous risks, including academic decline, depression, social withdrawal, anxiety, moral and spiritual harm, and even sexual exploitation. Parents must cultivate a trusting, affectionate relationship with adolescents, delegate responsibilities, monitor activities indirectly, and ensure a healthy social and educational environment. Upholding Islamic norms and values and inviting adolescents to a moral and spiritual framework are vital for resilience against social and ethical challenges. Finally, the authors express gratitude to all who promote Islamic knowledge and values, inviting constructive criticism to further educational and scientific goals.
کلیدواژهها [English]
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