Parenting Styles and Their Association with Bullying Behavior Among Primary School Children: A Literature Review
Muhammad Afi Al Yafi Najaasyi1, Nining Febriyana2*, Samsriyaningsih Handayani3
Abstract
Bullying in primary school remains a significant concern due to its long-term psychological and social consequences. Parenting style is recognized as one of the foundational factors shaping children’s behavioral responses and social interactions. This narrative review synthesizes current literature that examines the relationship between parenting practices and bullying involvement among children aged 6–12 years. Relevant studies were selected based on predefined eligibility criteria and assessed for conceptual alignment with the review objectives. The literature consistently indicates that authoritarian and permissive parenting are associated with a higher likelihood of bullying perpetration or victimization, whereas democratic parenting tends to promote healthier emotional regulation and prosocial behavior. Overall, the existing evidence suggests that parenting style plays an important role in the emergence of bullying dynamics, highlighting the need for strengthened parental guidance and collaborative school–family interventions to reduce bullying in early school settings.
Keywords
parenting style; bullying; primary school children; child behavior
Cite This Article
Najaasyi, M. A. A. Y., Febriyana, N., Handayani, S. (2025). Parenting Styles and Their Association with Bullying Behavior Among Primary School Children: A Literature Review. International Journal of Scientific Advances (IJSCIA), Volume 6| Issue 6: Nov – Dec 2025, Pages 1126-1128 URL: https://www.ijscia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Volume6-Issue6-Nov-Dec-No.984-1126-1128.pdf
Volume 6 | Issue 6: Nov – Dec 2025
