Children of authoritarian parents often do not do as well in school as children of authoritative parents.

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Research has shown that children of authoritarian parents may struggle academically due to a lack of autonomy and encouragement to think for themselves. In contrast, children of authoritative parents, who are more responsive and provide clear guidance while still allowing for independence, tend to perform better in school.

Children of Authoritarian Parents Often Do Not Do as Well