Narcisismo e estilos parentais: o impacto da parentalidade narcísica no desempenho acadêmico dos filhos

Abstract

This research investigated the relationships between parenting styles, parental narcissism, academic performance, and school-related variables such as attendance, failure, and recovery. Based on correlational analyses using the Spearman method, a sample of 81 students aged between 12 and 19 years, enrolled in public schools from the 7th to the 9th grade of elementary school and high school, was studied. The results indicate that parental affection and control are interconnected and influence academic performance. Parental support in school activities, particularly from fathers, showed a significant impact on students' grades. Attendance was associated with greater academic success and lower failure rates. Although parental narcissism did not show a direct correlation with academic performance, it was related to greater control over the children, affecting family dynamics. The consistency between the parenting styles of both parents reinforces the importance of a balance between affection and control, promoting academic success and emotional well-being. In summary, the research concludes that affection, parental control, and school involvement are fundamental for students' academic development. Harmony between parenting styles strengthens the family environment and emotional bond with children, while parental narcissism, although not directly interfering with grades, influences parenting practices. Promoting an affectionate and engaged family environment is essential for adolescents' academic performance.