At the end of the simulation, he was more than capable of tackling any obstacle the world threw at him if it was real life and not of a virtual simulation. Authoritative parenting leads to children having higher cognitive and social skills and other benefits. It is also beneficial because it encourages and allows autonomy, contains rules and sanctions when necessary, promotes open communication, and recognizes the rights of children and parents (Dornbusch, 1987). Using peer-reviewed articles, the following article will evaluate the effects of authoritative parenting on children's development, particularly as it relates to my virtual child and the simulation of my virtual life, the factors and theories contributing to and involved in child development. and the effects of