This thesis examines the mechanisms for assessing the social role of parents in the socio-emotional development of children in the family. In the course of the research, it is determined how the educational, pedagogical and psychological approaches of parents affect the emotional stability, social skills, communication culture and personal development of children. It also highlights practical methods, mechanisms for working on the basis of observation, interviews and tests to assess the social role of parents and the effectiveness of their family influence. The results of the study are of scientific and practical importance for parents, educators and psychologists in supporting the socio-emotional development of children.