Overprotective Parents From the Children's Point of View. This essay discusses how parental overprotectiveness can reinforce dependent and self-destructive behaviors in children of both sexes and prevent the child from developing independent, autonomous behaviors. 9 pgs. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Pages: 9 Bibliography: 10 source(s) listed Filename: 10343 Overprotective Parents Children.doc Price: 80.55