The development of children is crucial not only for individual human growth but also for societal progress. As the foundation for human and national development, it is one of the most important issues in the modern era. It is commonly known that family education has a great influence on children and positive parenting has a positive effect on child development. The Chinese government attaches great importance to family education, especially during the recent three years when politics and laws regarding these areas have been issued. To enhance human development, it is imperative to use scientifically validated and reliable assessment instruments to evaluate the way in which parents raise their children. An objective and trustworthy assessment is beneficial for rectifying inaccurate parental beliefs, fostering positive parenting practices, and enhancing the development of children. Therefore, this study sought to provide an overview and comparison of the commonly used parenting assessment instruments to provide insights for future research.
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