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Family and Adolescent Well-being Children in intact families tend to exhibit better emotional and psychological well-being and are less likely to exhibit behavioral problems such as school violence, juvenile delinquency and substance abuse. In addition, they tend to have higher grades and are less likely to be sexually active.
Reducing Teens' Risk and the Role of Religiosity Religious teens are less likely to take part in risk behaviors. For example, they are less likely to abuse drugs and alcohol, be sexually active, or be delinquent.
Marriage and Family as Deterrents from Delinquency, Violence and Crime Children raised in intact families are less likely to display delinquent or antisocial behavior. They are also less likely to be victimized themselves.
A Wise Investment: Benefits from Families Spending Time Together Spending time as a family is a wise investment. Children in families that participate in religious activities together are more likely to report having parents who show affection, and those with involved parents tend to fare better in school and are less likely to engage in risky behaviors.
Protecting Children and Families Against Violence An intact family, strong family life, and religious involvement appear to protect adults and children from violence. Youth in intact families are less likely to exhibit delinquent and high-risk behaviors. Neighborhoods with less family breakdown tend to experience lower levels of juvenile crime and violence.
Family, Religious Practice & Adolescent Well-Being Together, the intact family structure and frequent religious attendance appear to bolster adolescent well-being. Teens from intact families who frequently attend religious services are less likely to exhibit delinquent behavior and tend to fare better in school.
Benefits of Family for Children and Adults The intact family appears to offer a myriad of benefits for adults and children. The married home tends to provide a safer and healthier home environment. On average, children in intact families fare better in school, exhibit fewer behavioral problems, and are more likely to form healthy romantic relationships as adults.

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