The second research question asked, how do parents rank their own style of parenting
based on the evaluation tool, “What‟s My Parenting Style?” Based on the results of this study,
only 1 parent identified themselves as a Permissive Parent. Previous research has shown that
parents who are permissive allow their children significant amounts of freedom with little or no
responsibility. As their children get older these parents may feel they have no power to make
changes in their children's misbehavior. Children without limits have no sense of responsibility,
have trouble with relationships and the rights of others and can find the world a difficult place. Fortunately, based on the results, permissive parenting is not a style typically practiced by
parents who utilize the Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County.