A couple has been referred for services due to an unstable family life. The social worker meets with the parents and children individually, then as a group. Right away there are red flags pertaining to the parenting style being utilized. There tends to be no emotional involvement with or supervision of the children. Basic needs are being provided, but there is no caring or love being demonstrated. The parents' needs and wants are top priority. What parenting style is being demonstrated?

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Uninvolved parents tend to be neglectful, indifferent, unresponsive, and undemanding towards their children. They will minimize all involvement and fail to teach, encourage, or enable a child. The negative patterns of parenting often leave children in social isolation suffering from shame and guilt.

A Couple Has Been Referred for Services Due to an Unstable