The Educational Guidance Department at Al-Ruwad International Academy Schools held a central educational lecture for parents titled “Parental Upbringing and Its Psychological Impact on Children,” presented by Dr. Raafat Abu Roman, a consultant in child and adolescent psychiatry. The lecture aimed to raise awareness among parents about the importance of sound parenting and its profound impact on children’s mental health and emotional development. Dr. Abu Roman discussed several topics on how parents can interact with their children positively and the importance of providing a supportive environment that helps children develop a balanced and strong personality.

The lecture also covered effective parenting methods that parents can adopt to avoid negative psychological effects on children, emphasizing the importance of effective communication within the family and its positive impact on boosting children’s self-confidence. At the end of the lecture, an interactive session was held where parents’ questions and inquiries were answered, enriching the meeting and raising awareness about the crucial role of parents in their children’s psychological development.