AUTHORITARIAN PARENTING AND ITS INFLUENCE ON CHILDREN’S ENGAGEMENT IN BULLYING BEHAVIOR

The aim of the article is to show the influence of parenting styles used by parents on adolescents’ involvement in bullying behavior. The article discusses the classic theories of parenting styles (authoritarian, authoritarian, permissive and neglectful parenting styles) and their influence on adolescent behavior. Many authors and psychological theories demonstrate that parental attitudes play an important role in the psychological well-being, academic success and development of social skills of adolescents. These factors are directly related to the form in which adolescents will engage in various conflicts. The presented secondary data shows us from different angles the factors contributing to the development of bullying and effective ways to prevent it. Recommendations include encouraging an authoritative parenting style, increasing active parental involvement, and creating a friendly, inclusive learning environment.