The aim of this study is to examine the mediating effect of early maladaptive schemas in the relationship between parenting style and the need social approval. In this study, scales were applied to 379 university students and analyzes were conducted in line with their answers. As a result of the final analysis, it was concluded that the high standard scheme had an intermediary role effect between parenting style and the need social approval. Positive studies on early childhood schemes in psychotherapy can help people to solve their problems.