Kohn (1977, 1995) found that, compared to other families, middle-class families were more likely to judge their children's behavior in terms of

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Kohn found that middle-class families were more likely to judge their children's behavior in terms of the child's motives, rather than just the immediate consequences or external characteristics of the behavior. This suggests that middle-class parents place more emphasis on their child's internal qualities and intentions, rather than just their external behavior or adherence to social norms.

Kohn (1977, 1995) Found That, Compared to Other Families, Middle-Class