Parenting Scenario Scale (PSS)

[Terry dressing] The parent states that Terry will get a reward in the car if the clothes are on in the next minute and helps Terry dress.

[Terry dressing] The parent picks the child up half-dressed and leaves Terry and the clothing at the preschool.

[Terry dressing] The parent tells Terry they have negotiated for the last time and explains they must finish dressing the child.

[Terry dressing] The parent demands Terry put clothes on immediately, using corporal punishment and warnings if non-compliant.

[Cameron's room] The parent negotiates, telling the child to come to breakfast first but they must pick up the room later.

[Cameron's room] Cameron is ignored while the parent prepares breakfast, leaving the child to grab a roll and run back.

[Cameron's room] The parent explains the rule to clean the room before breakfast, expressing concern but insisting it be done first.

[Cameron's room] Cameron is punished verbally and physically in front of the grandparent, with no further discussion.

[Chris bathing] The parent says it is the child's choice to bathe but they should for health/social reasons, offering to stay or leave.

[Chris bathing] The parent tells Chris to get into the tub and states that they are going to bed.

[Chris bathing] The parent reminds Chris to bathe daily, listens to concerns, and remains until the child is in the tub.

[Chris bathing] The parent tells Chris to get into the tub, refusing to tolerate delays or backtalk.

[Bobbie principal] In the principal's office, the parent asks Bobbie to recount what happened, listens, and offers choices.

[Bobbie principal] In the principal's office, the parent says they won't waste time coming again and will deal with it at home.

[Bobbie principal] In the principal's office, the parent praises past behavior, asks to discuss the problem, and sets behavior expectations.

[Bobbie principal] In the principal's office, the parent states they won't tolerate this behavior and warns of serious consequences.

[Robin body appearance] The parent discusses the procedure to understand Robin's motives and discusses potential outcomes.

[Robin body appearance] The parent tells Robin that surgery is not coming out of their pocket and Robin must afford it.

[Robin body appearance] The parent consults experts, discusses pros/cons, but insists Robin not get the surgery.

[Robin body appearance] The parent tells Robin to focus on school and mind, refusing to sign medical consent forms.

[Jesse bike] The parent explains Jesse is too young, but when Jesse screams, allows Jesse to ride while keeping a close eye.

[Jesse bike] The parent tells Jesse to go ride wherever they want because they do not have time to argue.

[Jesse bike] The parent explains the sibling is older and safer, stating that if Jesse disobeys rules, there will be no riding.

[Jesse bike] The parent says 'No' is final, screaming won't change it, and Jesse must stay in the yard or lose the bike.

[Alex salad] The parent considers the request and suggests using a safer butter knife instead of a sharp knife.

[Alex salad] The parent is relieved someone else wants to make the salad and leaves Alex in charge.

[Alex salad] The parent listens to Alex's side but directs the child toward another safer task for safety reasons.

[Alex salad] The parent tells Alex to leave the kitchen and not to distract them while they are working.

[Pat movie] The parent tells Pat if they decide to go, to be aware it may be inappropriate due to content and late hour.

[Pat movie] The parent tells Pat they are playing cards and Pat must fend for themselves, telling them to come home directly after.