Parenting Practices and Child Development

A longitudinal study examining the relationship between parenting practices and child development outcomes in Ghanaian families.

Project Overview

A longitudinal study examining the relationship between parenting practices and child development outcomes in Ghanaian families.

Project Status

Current Phase:Recruitment Phase
Expected Completion:Expected June 2027

Research Team

Lead Investigator:Dr. Emmanuel Boateng
Team Members:
  • Dr. Emmanuel Boateng
  • Mr. Daniel Kwame
  • Ms. Abena Owusu

Research Objectives

  • Examine parenting practices in Ghanaian families
  • Assess the relationship between parenting practices and child development outcomes
  • Identify cultural and contextual factors that influence parenting
  • Develop culturally appropriate measures of parenting and child development
Parenting Practices and Child Development

Methodology

This longitudinal study follows families with children aged 0-5 over a three-year period, using observations, interviews, and developmental assessments to track parenting practices and child outcomes.

Preliminary Findings

The study is currently in the recruitment phase, with no findings to report yet.

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