This document discusses family protective factors that can aid adolescent resiliency. It argues that while parenting is important, other social settings like schools and community organizations also influence development. The presence of at least one caring family member can be more predictive of positive outcomes than ethnicity, income, or family structure, especially in difficult situations. The document outlines personal strengths like social competence, problem solving, and sense of purpose that can be developed to build resiliency. It concludes that one supportive person, teaching personal strengths, modeling empathy and caring relationships, and setting high expectations can greatly influence a child's success in overcoming obstacles.