The Maternal Gatekeeping Scale: Constructing a  Measure

ConclusionThe use of different items for mothers and fathers will allow scholars to account for differences depending on whether the reporter is engaged in gatekeeping or the recipient of gatekeeping behavior.
ImplicationsThe new measure may be a useful tool for researchers attempting to measure maternal gatekeeping as a multidimensional construct.

Source: Family Relations - December 11, 2017 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Daniel J. Puhlman, Kay Pasley Tags: Original Article Source Type: research