Adolescents who have authoritarian parents tend to do the best academically and have the fewest problems with drug use.

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This statement is actually false. Research has shown that adolescents with authoritative parents (who balance structure and support) tend to do the best academically and have the fewest problems with drug use. Adolescents with authoritarian parents (who focus mainly on rules and obedience) may have good academic performance but may struggle with issues such as anxiety, low self-esteem, and rebellion.

Adolescents Who Have Authoritarian Parents Tend to Do the Best