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Journal of Pediatric Psychology 21(3) pp. 433-446, 1996
© 1996 Society of Pediatric Psychology

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Child-Rearing Difficulties Reported by Parents of Infants and Toddlers1

Marion O'Brien2

University of Kansas

2All correspondence should be addressed to Marion O'Brien, Department of Human Development and Family Life, 4001 Dole, University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas 66045

Surveyed a nonclinical sample of 413 parents of infants and toddlers about child-rearing difficulties, child behavior problems, and their own needs for support. Despite their high educational and income level, the parents surveyed reported raising young children to be a difficult task. Most concerns centered on children's irritating but developmentally typical behavior such as whining, noncompliance with adult requests, and interruption of adult activities. Parental reports of difficulties were highest for parents with more than one child and when children were past their second birthday.

Key words: infants and toddlers; child-rearing difficulties; child behavior problems; parent needs.


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