La parentalidad positiva en la crianza de los niños de 3 a 5 años de los Centros de Educación Inicial del Ecuador

Abstract

Abstract: This research, entitled Positive Parenting in the Upbringing of Children Aged 3 to 5 in Early Childhood Education Centers in Ecuador, has the general objective of determining the parenting competencies developed by parents and the specific objectives of characterizing these competencies from theoretical perspectives, identifying parents' viewpoints on positive parenting, and analyzing the relationship between sociodemographic factors and the development of these capacities. The study was conducted using a quantitative approach and a descriptive and exploratory design, employing the Positive Parenting Scale E2P v2 instrument with a sample of 20 parents. The research results revealed certain limitations in competencies related to empathy, emotional containment, and support, which hinders the optimal implementation of sensitive practices. Conversely, strengths were demonstrated in areas related to positive emotional bonds and the appropriate implementation of rules and childcare. This study offers a broad understanding of positive parenting and child-rearing competencies.