A Study of Parental Bonding of Training Preceptors in Thailand
Keywords:
Parental Bonding, Mother Care and Mother Protection, Father Care and Protection, Training PreceptorsAbstract
In Thailand, a country heavily influenced by collectivist cultural beliefs, this study examines the relationship between preceptors' mentoring approaches and parental bonding experiences. This study emphasizes how early familial relationships shape adult mentors' professional behaviours and relational dynamics, drawing on attachment theory and its expansions. A sample of 100 education program participants in Thailand's Ongkharak District participated in the mixed-methods study, including qualitative and quantitative evaluations of mentoring practices using the Parental Bonding Instrument (PBI). The results show a strong correlation between preceptor mentoring practices and parental attachment types, divided into mothers' and fathers' caring and protection aspects. Fathers exhibited inclinations towards affectionless control, but mothers were primarily linked to affectionate constraint styles, which prioritized protective and caring characteristics. Variables like gender, family type (joint vs. nuclear), location (rural vs. urban), and parental educational background also influenced these trends. Stronger parental ties were found in rural and collectivist environments than in urban ones, underscoring the impact of culture on attachment patterns. The study fills in knowledge gaps in how mentorship is influenced by parental ties, especially in non-Western settings, and provides culturally appropriate insights for professional growth.
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