Built on its title and premise - 'Parents are the architects of a fairer society' - the latest published report from think-tank Demos is specific in advocating 'tough love' as the most effective parenting style.
It purports that confident, skilful parents adopting an approach that balances warmth with discipline can engender the key character capabilities of application, self-regulation and empathy.
The report says that early years policy should focus clearly on delivering initiatives that support the development of these character traits. According to its authors, Richard Reeves and Jen Lexmond, 'Achieving this will require a greater understanding in public policy of what factors contribute to the development of these character capabilities as children grow up.'
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