Parenthood
Parenthood
Parenthood (/ˈpɛərənthʊd/; from the Old English parent, meaning "begetter" or "progenitor") is the state of being a parent and the responsibilities associated with it.
Etymology
The term "parenthood" is derived from the Old English parent, which means "begetter" or "progenitor". The suffix "-hood" is used to denote a state or condition, thus "parenthood" refers to the state of being a parent.
Definition
Parenthood is a lifelong commitment that involves the roles, duties, and responsibilities of raising a child. This includes providing physical, emotional, social, and financial support to ensure the child's overall well-being and development.
Related Terms
- Child: A person who is under the age of adulthood and is the direct offspring of the parents.
- Mother: A female parent who has given birth to the child or who has legal custody of the child.
- Father: A male parent who has sired the child or who has legal custody of the child.
- Adoption: The legal process by which a person becomes the parent of a child who is not their biological offspring.
- Foster care: A system in which a minor is placed into a ward, group home, or private home of a state-certified caregiver, referred to as a "foster parent".
- Guardianship: A legal relationship created when a person or institution named in a will or assigned by the court to take care of minor children or incompetent adults.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Parenthood
- Wikipedia's article - Parenthood
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