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Parental Involvement and Child Mental Outcome in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area

Johnbull, Doris Itekena and Okemini, B. Emmanuel

Abstract

The study examined parental involvement and child mental outcome in Obio-Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population consisted of parents and pupils/students in selected public and private schools in Obio-Akpor Local Government Area. A sample of 375 respondents was selected using a multistage sampling technique. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analysed using mean and standard deviation to answer research questions. The findings of the study revealed that all dimensions of parental involvement examined had positive relationships with child mental outcome. Specifically, parental emotional support was found to enhance emotional security, stress management, and psychological well-being of children. Parental communication was shown to improve emotional adjustment, behavioural development, and interpersonal relationships. Parental monitoring and supervision contributed to children’s sense of safety, responsible behaviour, and emotional stability. Furthermore, parental participation in academic and social activities was found to improve children’s motivation, confidence, and overall mental well-being. The study concluded that parental involvement is a significant predictor of child mental outcome in Obio-Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. Based on the findings, it was recommended that parents should strengthen emotional support, improve communication, enhance supervision, and actively participate in their children’s academic and social activities to promote positive mental health outcomes.

Keywords

ParentalChildMentalCommunicationAcademic

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