Communication

The text states that communication is the foundation of successful parenting. Explain why communication is necessary in order to build a healthy parent-child relationship.  Identify and define one contemporary parenting model described in Chapter 5.  Discuss the strengths of this model and explain how this model matches with your view of children.  Explain how the chosen parenting model will enhance communication within the family unit.  The paper must include a minimum of two scholarly sources in addition to the text and must be three- to four-pages (not including the title and reference pages).  Your paper must be submitted in APA format.

Parenting in Contemporary Society

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