HUBUNGAN TOXIC PARENTING TERHADAP PERILAKU EMOSIONAL ANAK USIA DINI DI TK AL KHAIRAAT 1 DESA KALEKE ?????ATAN DOLO BARAT KABUPATEN SIGI

This study aims to determine the relationship between toxic parenting and the
emotional behavior of early childhood in Group B of TK Alkhairaat 1 Kaleke, Dolo
Barat District, Sigi Regency. This study employed a quantitative approach with a
correlational design. The research subjects consisted of 15 children and their
parents, selected using a total sampling technique. Data were collected through
questionnaires and observations of children's emotional behavior, which included
aspects of independence, self-confidence, and helping behavior toward peers. Data
analysis was conducted using the Pearson Product Moment correlation test. The
results showed that the correlation coefficient was 0.552 with a significance value
of 0.033 (< 0.05), indicating a significant relationship between toxic parenting and
children's emotional behavior. The level of correlation was categorized as
moderate. In addition, observational results indicated an improvement in children's
emotional behavior from the first week to the second week, influenced by
adaptation processes and stimulation from the school environment. Based on these
findings, it can be concluded that toxic parenting is significantly related to the
emotional behavior of early childhood. Therefore, parents are encouraged to apply
positive parenting styles to support optimal emotional development in children.