However, in this type of parenting style, authoritative parents are more responsive to their child, more willing to listen to questions, and more lenient rather than punishing when the child fails to meet expectations. These parents are more supportive, rather than punitive, and focus on making their children safe and socially responsible (Baumrind, 1966). In the authoritarian parenting style, children are expected to follow the strict rules and regulations set by their parents. Parents are too demanding and directive but not really responsive towards their children. They are also status oriented and children are expected to obey their rules without any explanation (Baumrind, 1991). Then there is the permissive parenting style in which parents rarely discipline their children because they have low expectations for maturity and self-regulation. The permissive parent is more responsive, non-traditional and indulgent towards the child. They are affectionate and very open with their child (Baumrind, 1991). Finally, the neglectful parenting style is that of those parents who are both undemanding and unresponsive towards their children. These parents are generally detached from their children's lives and in some cases; they may even refuse or neglect their child's needs (Maccoby & Martin,