Permissive parents, too, are highly responsive. The difference is that permissive parents have low demands. They’re very loving toward their children, but they impose few guidelines or boundaries. They rarely attempt to discipline or control their kids. The rules that do exist are likely to be inconsistent and often unenforced.
As a result, children raised by permissive parents may struggle with self-control and self-esteem due to the lack of parental guidance, structure, or boundaries. They’re often demanding or entitled, and they tend to display low achievement due to the lack of expectations. They’re also prone to poor decisions and risky behaviors.