Abstract:

The purpose of this research is to reveal the relationship between the maternal gatekeeping levels of parents with 36-72 month old children and the parents' interest in their children. In order to achieve this, a quantitative research method called the relational screening model was used to examine the connection between parents' maternal gatekeeping levels and their interest in their preschool children. Parents (consisting of 412 mothers and 412 fathers) who had children aged 4-6 and attended pre-school education institutions participated in the research. Data were collected using the "Demographic Information Form", " Maternal Gatekeeping Scale" and " Parental Involvement Towards Children Scale". Statistical analysis was performed through the application of both parametric and non-parametric tests. The findings of the analysis revealed a significant difference in favor of girls on "Traditional Motherhood". When "Traditional Motherhood" and " Maternal Gatekeeping” are compared, a statistically striking difference emerges in favor of mothers who have completed primary and secondary education. This difference depends on the education level of the mothers.

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