title: A conceptual critique of parenting research in Hong Kong.
abstract: Parenting processes have been investigated for over 30 years in Hong Kong. Three conceptual limitations are identified, based on 90 studies selected from the PsycINFO database: lack of investigation of indigenous parenting concepts; lack of investigation of causes, concomitants and consequences of the parenting process; and lack of alternative explanations for results. Suggestions for improvement are also made in each area. Limitations of the present study are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Applied Social Sciences, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, PR China.
authors.forename: Hung-Kit
authors.initials: HK
authors.lastname: Fok
authors.forename: Daniel T L
authors.initials: DT
authors.lastname: Shek
mesh_terms: D006723:Hong Kong; D006801:Humans; D016487:Parenting; D012107:Research Design