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What Style of Parent Are You? PARENTS DO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Despite how you may feel sometimes, research shows that parents are an important influence on whether or not their child chooses to drink alcohol or try other substances. Kids do care about their parents’ opinions. They tend to respond well to a positive parenting style. In contrast, many studies show that authoritarian, overprotective, and permissive parenting can lead to negative outcomes. The strategies recommended in this pocket guide are compatible with the positive parenting style.
To take our online parenting styles quiz, visit madd.org/powerofparents.
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