Self-regulation is a skill that is partially genetic, but it is also just as much based on how much of a nurturing environment a child grows up in. Parents can help aid their children in developing self-regulation skills necessary for early success by meeting their needs in a sensitive manner. Studies have shown that mothers who are more sensitive towards their child's needs tend to raise kids who have much more developed skills in self-regulation than children who do not come from as sensitive upbringings.

Key Takeaways:

• Self-regulation is a skill which can be developed and improved.
• Children with more sensitive mothers tend to develop better self-regulatory skills.
• Children whose mothers were less sensitive but more directive tend to have weaker self-regulation.

"children’s self-regulation may be best supported when parents are high in sensitivity but low in directiveness."

Read more: https://sciencetrends.com/the-balance-of-parenting-how-best-to-support-childrens-self-regulation/

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