What kind of child would come out of this parenting environment?

He’s an only child who feels connected to his dad. Though his parents are quite stiff. His mom doesn’t really talk very much and his dad talks a bit. Both parents lack self-esteem and confidence, but seem to be authoritarian. The child isn’t given any chores to do, but is expected to do exceptionally well [...]

When a child goes bad and commits a serious crime. Is it the kids fault or the parents?

I understand many times its the environment the child was brought up in. But in some cases the child and the child alone should be held responsible. I had a childhood friend who walked into a grocery store and shot 4 people dead and wounded 3 others. His folks treated him wonderfully. He got discipline [...]