Demands respect through fear. Ignores feelings of children and others. May use physical punishment and humiliation to get cooperation. Little verbal exchange. Makes all decisions.
Power is shared.
Sets rules and limits, but children have choices within limits. Shows loving firmness. Recognizes normal stages of growing up. Fosters self-control in children by not bribing or punishing. Corrects misbehavior by talking about feelings, expectations and what to do instead.