The role of positive parental involvement in preventing drug and substance misuse among young people in Zimbabwe: a qualitative study

Key Points

• Parental involvement reduces the risk of substance misuse in young people, emphasizing its importance.
• Key evidence suggests positive involvement significantly lowers instances of drug use among adolescents.
• Observational analysis highlights the necessity for community efforts alongside parental guidance in prevention.
• This study underscores the need for collaborative community approaches to enhance parental roles in prevention.