Families of aggressive children commonly display a troublesome pattern of interactions called coercive family process in which parents spend a lot of time scolding, berating, or threatening the children. The parents in such families most likely use a(n) __________ parenting style.

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The coercive family process, characterized by a significant amount of scolding, berating, or threatening, aligns with a power assertive parenting style. This style involves the use of power and authority to enforce rules and expectations, often leading to aggressive or coercive interactions.

Families of Aggressive Children Commonly Display a Troublesome Pattern of Interactions