Saif says parenting needs deep understanding

PESHAWAR: Adviser to the Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Information and Public Relations, Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif stated on Friday that parenting should be seen not only as an art but also as a science that requires a deep understanding of societal and psychological dynamics, aligning with modern challenges to foster meaningful and lasting change.

In address at the closing ceremony of a workshop titled “The Art of Parenting”, organized by the National Institute of Psychology, Aga Khan Foundation, the National Commission on the Status of Women and other partners, he highlighted the critical role of parenting in shaping future generations and countering societal challenges, particularly violent extremism, in the context of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s evolving social landscape.

“Parenting is both societal and social,” Saif stated, underscoring the need for a standard of parenting that meets current challenges and equips future generations to contribute meaningfully to society.

Reflecting on the psychological aspects, Saif outlined various parenting styles, including authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful.