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Longitudinal associations between authoritarian parenting and adolescent antisocial thinking, depression, and anxiety: Between- and within-person effects.
September 4, 2026 · Journal of research on adolescence : the official journal of the Society for Research on Adolescence
Key takeaway
This study found that very strict parenting, often seen in our communities, can lead to young people having more trouble with negative thoughts and feelings like anxiety or depression. Understanding this helps us support our children's mental well-being better.
Why this matters for our communities
Research in mental health helps close long-standing gaps in how Black and African American families are studied, diagnosed, and cared for. Use findings like this one to start informed conversations with your care team — not as a substitute for personal medical advice.
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