1. “Empirical findings demonstrate that several parental factors are related to alcohol use, alcohol related problems and co-occurring risky behaviors.
2. Greater quantities and qualities of father involvement and support reduce adolescent problem behavior, such as polydrug use, delinquency, and violent behavior
3. Across age, gender, and ethnicities, higher levels of parental supervision are associated with less adolescent alcohol use
4. Additionally, communication between fathers and adolescents about sexuality and sexual experiences may reduce risky sexual behavior.
