Section Article

VARIATIONS IN ADOLESCENTS PERCEPTIONS OF THEIR PARENTS INVOLVEMENT
Author(s): Sankar Ganguly

Abstract
Parental involvement plays a critical role in shaping adolescents’ social emotional and academic development. The perception of parental engagement by adolescents is influenced by multiple factors including family structure socio-economic status cultural norms parental education and parenting style. This research examines variations in adolescents’ perceptions regarding the nature extent and quality of parental involvement in different domains of their lives. The study explores how these perceptions differ based on age gender and family background and investigates the impact of such perceptions on adolescents’ well-being motivation and academic performance. Using a mixed-method approach combining surveys structured interviews and statistical analysis the research aims to identify patterns and discrepancies between adolescents’ expectations and perceived parental engagement. Emphasis is placed on the nuanced differences in perception within and across families highlighting how adolescents interpret parental attention support and guidance. The study also evaluates the role of communication patterns emotional support and parental participation in academic and extracurricular activities. By identifying these variations the research intends to inform policy-makers educators and parents about strategies for enhancing constructive parental involvement and improving adolescent outcomes.