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This study investigates the influence of parenting styles on adolescent behavior and the subsequent developmental outcomes. Parenting styles, including authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful, have been shown to significantly shape various aspects of an adolescent’s emotional, social, and cognitive development. Authoritative parenting, characterized by warmth, responsiveness, and clear expectations, tends to result in positive outcomes such as higher academic achievement, emotional stability, and effective social functioning. In contrast, authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful styles can lead to less desirable outcomes, including anxiety, behavioral problems, and poor social relationships. This paper examines the direct correlations between each parenting style and specific adolescent behaviors, such as emotional regulation, self-esteem, social interactions, and mental health. The research highlights the need for a balanced approach to parenting that fosters supportive, structured, and nurturing environments for adolescents
