How parenting can break the cycle of substance use across generations

Recent research highlights that the way parents raise their children plays a crucial role in shaping the likelihood of substance use in future generations. Authoritative parenting, characterized by a blend of affection and firm boundaries, is shown to be the most effective defense against intergenerational substance issues—even in families struggling with their own substance challenges.

How parenting can break the cycle of substance use across generations
Recent research highlights that the way parents raise their children plays a crucial role in shaping the likelihood of substance use in future generations. Authoritative parenting, characterized by a blend of affection and firm boundaries, is shown to be the most effective defense against intergenerational substance issues—even in families struggling with their own substance challenges.