Judy's parents express love toward her and they let her, for the most part, establish her own schedule. She eats when she's hungry, has full run of the house, and sleeps when she's tired. This parenting style fits best with which of the following?

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The parenting style described in the scenario is indulgent or permissive parenting, which involves being very responsive and warm towards the child but having few rules and expectations. Parents in this style tend to avoid conflict and let their child do what they want. This is different from the authoritative style, which also involves warmth and responsiveness, but also has clear expectations and rules. The authoritarian style is characterized by strict rules and high expectations but low warmth and responsiveness. The indifferent style involves emotional detachment and lack of involvement in the child's life.

Judy's Parents Express Love Toward Her and They Let Her