Which teen has the least risk for abusing drugs?
A: A teen who has many friends that smoke marijuana
B: A teen whose favorite musician writes songs about dealing with doing drugs
C: A teen who is under intense pressure to win an upcoming triathlon
D: A teen who has a good relationship with his mother and father
D: A teen who has a good relationship with his mother and father
Research shows that positive relationships with parents can help reduce the risk of drug abuse in teens. Good communication, support, and monitoring by parents have been linked to lower rates of drug use among teenagers.