Mathew tells his son to switch off the television and to water the plants in the garden. When his son says that he will water the plants after the T.V. program finishes, Mathew reacts aggressively by saying, "You better go to the garden now, or you will not receive your monthly allowance." In this scenario, Mathew uses a(n) _____ style of parenting.

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Mathew is using an authoritarian style of parenting, which is characterized by strict rules and control, and punishment for disobedience. He is using his power as a parent to force his child to carry out his requests, regardless of the child's own wishes or preferences.

Mathew Tells His Son to Switch Off the Television and to Water