Parenting experts emphasize positive discipline and empathy

Experts suggest that effective parenting relies on balancing authority with affection rather than using authoritarianism or shouting. Drawing on the principles of positive discipline by Dr. Jane Nelsen, it is noted that fostering respect and responsibility in children requires clear communication and understanding, especially during early developmental stages where children are learning boundaries.

For adolescents and young adults, typically between the ages of 15 and 25, psychologist Píndaro Vargas Miranda emphasizes the importance of empathy and active listening. During this transition toward adulthood, young people often struggle to balance their desire for independence with continued emotional or economic dependence on parents. Specialists advise parents to avoid minimizing the problems faced by adolescents—such as social or academic conflicts—and to accompany them through hormonal and identity changes without attempting to control every aspect of their lives.