The relationship between parental support and behavioral and emotional disorders for primary school students in Jeddah city

Abstract

This study aims to explore the relationship between parental support and behavioral and emotional disorders among primary school female students in Jeddah. The study employed a descriptive correlational approach, utilizing two standardized scales to measure levels of parental support and behavioral-emotional disorders. The sample consisted of 60 randomly selected students from different primary schools in Jeddah. The results revealed a negative and statistically significant correlation between all dimensions of parental support (internal support, external support, and intimate relationships) and behavioral-emotional disorders. The findings indicated that increased parental emotional and social support significantly reduces behavioral and emotional problems among students. Additionally, paternal support showed a stronger correlation with reduced behavioral disorders compared to maternal support. The study recommends raising awareness about the importance of parental support in fostering children's mental well-being and suggests implementing parental guidance programs to enhance emotional and behavioral support for children in this critical developmental stage.