Should George and Marie attempt a more authoritarian approach with their children?

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OPTION 5: Chapter 9: Raising Children in a Diverse Society
George and Marie are in their mid-40s and both work, Marie only part time. They have two
children–Lisa, 18, who lives at home, works part time, and attends a nearby community college;
and Michael, 16. Lisa is an average student at best, and lately her grades have been getting
worse. She has a boyfriend of whom George and Marie do not approve, and as they’ve recently
learned, she has been spending several nights a week at his apartment. Last night, they got a call
from the police station. Lisa’s boyfriend had been arrested for possession of a controlled
substance and Lisa was with him.
Michael has also begun to cause them problems. Marie has to nag him about everything. He
won’t even brush his teeth unless she gets after him, and although he’s always been a good
student, he doesn’t seem to try. Marie finds mercenary soldier magazines and empty beer cans
when she cleans up his room. They’ve always let their kids pretty much set their own rules, but
now wonder whether being more restrictive would direct their children toward more positive
choices and productive values.
(1) Should George and Marie attempt a more authoritarian approach with their children?
(2) What factors support that view?
(3) What factors support the opposite view?
(4) What will happen immediately if they act as you suggest?
(5) What will the situation probably be five years from now if they act as you suggest?
(6) Cite/discuss research studies from your textbook that support your position?

Textbook: Marriages and Families: Making Choices in a Diverse Society by Lamanna and Riedman, 13th
edition, 2018.

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