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Tammy's Father Has Strict Rules and Expects Tammy to Obey

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Tammy's father has strict rules and expects Tammy to obey them without exception. If she misbehaves, he generally punishes her, and he sees no reason why he should explain his expectations to Tammy. Instead, his response is, "I know what's best for you. I'm your father, and you must do as I ask." Jada's father sets rules for her, but she feels that when a rule seems unfair, she can discuss it with him. Even if he doesn't agree to change the rule, he at least listens to her opinions.
Explain which adolescent is likely to be better adjusted and why. Be sure to contrast the parenting styles exemplified by Tammy's and Jada's fathers and detail the impact each style is most likely to have.

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