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My mother and step-father used the authoritative parenting style in raising me. My whole life my parents had their own list of rules for my siblings and I; however, they did compromise with me for many of the rules. A lot of rules were formed for me because of something my older brothers did when they were younger but after a while I was able to get around those rules. But throughout my whole childhood I was always able to go out with friends and have sleepovers. My parents also were not afraid to ground me for a week or not let me go out when they believe it was not in my best interest, like seeing a rated R movie or something like that. I feel like I have turned out like many of the outcomes the text book listed. I am very social and able to get along with other people and adults. I was also able to respond to other adults demands other than my parents. Authoritative seems to be the best parenting style.