This is a survey for my sociology class. When you answer please state your age too.

The definition of a good – parent has changed a lot over the year. A good parent in modern nows can be referred to as a loving and caring mother/father, whereas in the olden days it would be a strict and disciplining parent.
So what are the main differences, and what are the disadvantages and advantages of both. Feel free to go in detail in your answer.