THE IMPACT OF THE 21ST CENTURY CO-PARENTING OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES ON THE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNERS A CASE OF MAUN DISTRICT
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Co-parenting, social development, early Childhood learnersAbstract
The focus of the paper was to explore the impact of 21st-century co-parenting opportunities and challenges on the social development of early childhood learners. Thirty parents, twenty documents, and ten teachers were selected to be part of the study. The study applied attachment theory which contends that children are born with a psycho-biological system. A qualitative approach and a case study design guided the process of the study. Interviews, document analysis, and questionnaires were the tools used to collect data. Collected data was qualitatively presented, analysed, and interpreted to make informed decisions. The results showed that the modelling of conflict resolution and support system are attributed to consistent co-parenting. Furthermore, established was that children raised under co-parenting may exhibit emotional distress and lack of stability among others. From the findings, it can be concluded that it is essential for parents to recognise the importance of providing a stable, supportive, and nurturing environment for their children. Therefore, we recommend that by prioritizing effective communication, consistency, and cooperation, parents can help alleviate the negative impacts of co-parenting challenges and promote positive social development in their children.
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