How parenting practices of low-income mothers and fathers affect toddlers' self-regulation
Official title: Low-income mothers' and fathers' parenting practices and toddlers' self-regulation
Funded at Univ of Maryland, College Park · NIH-10742570 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how different ways of parenting can help toddlers from low-income families learn to manage their feelings and behaviors, and it involves both moms and dads to better understand the challenges these families face.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Maryland, College Park NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Park, United States) |
| Project start | August 7, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $150,034 |
| NIH project number | 1R03HD110790-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10742570 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are low-income families with toddlers aged 0-11 years, particularly those from ethnic minority backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Families not facing economic challenges or those with children outside the toddler age range may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of parenting behaviors on the self-regulation skills of toddlers from low-income families. It focuses on how different parenting styles, such as sensitivity and emotional support, influence children's ability to manage their thoughts and emotions. By studying both mothers and fathers, the research aims to fill gaps in understanding the unique challenges faced by low-income ethnic minority families. The methodology includes observing parenting practices and assessing children's self-regulation over time.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved parenting strategies that enhance self-regulation skills in toddlers, ultimately benefiting their academic and emotional development.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that parenting practices significantly affect child development, but this study aims to explore under-researched populations, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of Maryland, College Park
College Park, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cabrera, Natasha J — Univ of Maryland, College Park
- Study coordinator: Cabrera, Natasha J
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.