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Argument based on the issues caused by

generation gap-

 Who should be allowed to be the decision maker in the conflict of


parents and children?
The decision-maker in a child's upbringing is typically their parents or
legal guardians. Parents are generally assumed to have the primary
responsibility for making decisions about their child's well-being,
including matters related to education, healthcare, religion, and other
aspects of upbringing.
However, there are important conditions and limitations to parental
decision-making:
1. Best Interests of the Child: The well-being and best interests of
the child should always be the primary consideration. This means
that parental decisions should prioritize the child's health, safety,
and overall welfare.
2. Educational and Medical Standards: Many countries have
compulsory education laws and regulations that require children
to receive a certain level of education. Similarly, there are often
legal requirements for providing necessary medical care to
children. Parents are expected to comply with these standards.
3. Child's Voice: As children mature, their own wishes and
preferences may be taken into account in decision-making,
especially in cases like religious freedom and personal beliefs.
Parents generally have the right to impart their religious beliefs to
their children, but as the children become young adults they
desire to be their own people, having personal ideologies and for
their parents to allow them room to practice their freedom
In summary, parents or legal guardians are typically the primary
decision-makers in a child's upbringing, but these rights are subject to
legal and societal constraints that prioritize the child's well-being and
best interests. Decisions should be made with careful consideration of
what is in the child's best interest and in compliance with applicable
laws and regulations.

Role of Parenting Styles:


Parents often draw from their own upbringing experiences when raising
their children. Those who had strict or authoritarian parents may adopt
a similar approach, while those who had more permissive or nurturing
parents may have a different style. These differences in parenting styles
can lead to conflicts with their own children.

Role of Values and Beliefs:


The values and beliefs that parents hold are often influenced by their
own upbringing, including cultural, religious, and societal factors. These
values may be passed down to their children, but younger generations
may question or challenge them as they encounter different
perspectives and experiences.

Difference in Communication Patterns:


The communication patterns within a family are often influenced by
how parents were raised. If parents experienced open and
communicative family environments, they may encourage the same
with their children. Conversely, those from families with limited
communication may struggle to express their feelings and thoughts to
their children.
Some key differences in communication patterns between these age
groups are:
1. Technology Use: One of the most prominent differences is the use
of technology for communication. Children, particularly those in
younger generations, often rely on digital devices and social
media platforms for communication, while older adults may be
less comfortable with or reliant on technology. This technology
gap can lead to differences in how communication occurs, with
younger individuals favoring text messaging, social media
updates, and video calls, while older individuals may prefer in-
person conversations, phone calls, or written letters.
2. Preferred Communication Medium: Children and younger
generations tend to prefer asynchronous communication
methods like texting, where they can respond at their own pace,
while older adults may prefer synchronous communication
methods like phone calls or face-to-face conversations. This can
lead to misunderstandings and frustration if both parties do not
adapt to each other's preferences.
3. Formality vs. Informality: Older generations often place a higher
value on formal communication and may use titles and proper
etiquette more frequently. Younger generations may be more
informal and use casual language, which can be perceived as
disrespectful by older adults or overly formal by children.

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