How You were Raised Shapes How You React Perceived Parenting, Conflict Resolution and Emotional Regulation in Young Adults

The present study examined the relationship between perceived parenting styles, conflict resolution styles and emotional regulation among young adults aged 18–25 years. A quantitative correlational design was used, and data were collected from 109 participants using standardized measures. Findings indicated that authoritative parenting was associated with adaptive emotional regulation (cognitive reappraisal) and constructive conflict resolution (positive problem solving). While, authoritarian and permissive parenting were linked to maladaptive strategies, including expressive suppression, withdrawal, compliance, and conflict engagement. Regression analyses further showed that parenting styles significantly predict emotional and interpersonal outcomes, with authoritarian parenting emerging as the strongest predictor of maladaptive patterns. Overall, the study highlights the important role of parenting styles in shaping emotional and interpersonal functioning in young adulthood.