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The need to move torward independence is a major concern of teens.Understanding the importance of this need can help parents better respond to teens concerns

Teens typically want to spend more time with their friends without an adult supervision.They enjoy practicing adult skills,such as driving,and wanting to explore the world on their own.

Parents sometimes worry that lack of supervision can lead to reckless or even illegal behavior,sexual activity,and possible pregnancy.They may also worry about a teens safety while driving alone,or that a teen with too much freedom will neglect schoolwork.

Teens need to experience a reasonable amount of independence.That how they the the consequences of their decisions as they transition to young adulthood.

There is a list of some steps parents should consider when teen ask for more freedom.If parents answer yes to all of these questions on the steps ,they should might should consider increasing a teens privileges.However it should be clear that these privileges will be taken away if any serious trouble results.This uderstanding will be a strong incentive to use the newly won independence in a responsible way.

Step 1

Ask yourself

Has the teen usually been responsible,well behaved and truthful?

Step 2

Ask yourself

Do I know and trust the teens friends and their families?

Step 3

Ask yourself

Does the teen drive safely and understand all the traffic laws?

Step 4

Ask yourself

Is he or she doing well in school? This is a high achievement