Analysis of Parents' Metaphors Regarding the Concepts of Mother, Father, Child and Individual in Terms of Parental Involvement

The present study explores parents' mental images and understandings of the concepts "child," "individual," "mother," "father" through metaphor analysis. primary objective this is to uncover implicit attitudes about these in order contribute parental involvement initiatives undertaken by school leaders. research was conducted with 174 parents. metaphors were evaluated using content analysis method. A total 468 codes based on 10 themes, findings interpreted terms involvement. presents several significant findings. Parents generated fewer for concept "individual" compared possibly influenced collectivist tendencies. Both autonomy-enhancing controlling parenting tendences revealed attitudes. Metaphors that reflect downplay individuals' unique traits, reflecting emphasis community needs societies. related motherhood emphasize nurturance sacredness, while those fatherhood highlight protection guidance, aligning cultural gender roles. There less loving aspect parenting. Overall, can be utilized educational leaders researchers working similar domains, providing valuable insights into perspectives contributing enhancement practices.