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WVU psychology research finds self-control runs in the family

When it comes to self-control, adolescents tend to follow the patterns their parents establish, according to  West Virginia University  psychology research. Professor  Amy Gentzler of the  WVU Eberly College of Arts and Sciences led a six-month survey of 213 Appalachian adolescents and their parents, learning about their self-control in areas like health, work and school, money management, leisure activities and relationships.

A young woman hugs her mother as others look on
A WVU study finds when parents model discipline in work, health and finances, their teens tend to follow suit. (WVU Photo/Jennifer Shephard)

This article is republished from WVU Today — read the original article.