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How Parenting Evolved Across Three Egyptian Generations

November 4, 2024
Photo: NCW Egypt/Hanzada Alsherif

Parenting practices in Egypt, much like other parts of the world, are changing. Egyptian families, driven by generational shifts and increasing exposure to global trends, are rethinking traditional approaches to raising children.  According to a 2017 study by Oxford academic, traditional parenting in Egypt focused on discipline, respect for authority, and strict adherence to cultural values. The approach, particularly common in rural areas, emphasized obedience and possibly limited a child’s independence, with parents exercising strong control over their children’s behavior​.  However, a 2020 study, by Middle East Current Psychiatry (MECP), noted that with the rise of urbanization and exposure to global parenting trends, modern Egyptian parents, especially in urban areas, have started embracing more progressive methods.  Techniques, which included fostering open communication and allowing children to voice their opinions, have become more common with time.Parents also offered essential guidance that helped children navigate decision-making and distinguish right from wrong, giving them the space to develop their own perspectives. Egyptian parenting has evolved as each generation adapts its inherited values to meet the changing world’s demands. For baby boomers, Gen X, and Gen Z, shifts in cultural expectations, urbanization, and global…


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