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

Abstract

Abstract: The present research analyzes the competencies of positive parenting in the upbringing of children aged 3 to 5 in Early Education Centers in Ecuador, with the aim of examining how caregivers apply bonding, formative, protective, and reflective practices, as well as identifying how these relate to sociodemographic factors such as age, educational level, and marital status. The objective is to determine the positive parenting competencies developed by fathers and/or mothers in raising children aged 3 to 5 in Early Education Centers in Ecuador. The study is grounded in contemporary theories that allow for an understanding of the complexity of child development and the influence of the family environment. A quantitative approach and an exploratory-descriptive design were used through the application of the Positive Parenting Scale (E2Pv2) to a sample of 20 legal guardians. The results revealed that most participants exhibit an optimal parental profile, while a smaller percentage falls within the risk zone. Strengths were identified in affective expression, the establishment of boundaries, and reflection on parenting practices.