My family is controlling too much

Hello!

You are getting older and your family should not control you too much.

Why should they decide when you go to the toilet?

I can understand that they are concerned about sleep. Many young people sleep too little. But little by little they have to let you decide things in your life. You can learn more about young people and sleeping in this article.

Have you told your parents that you are not comfortable with their rules? It is important that you talk together. Then you can also listen to what they say. If there is a reason for the strict rules that they have you have the right to know why.

You are 15 (16) years old and your parents are responsible for you. It is therefore important that you talk together so you can discuss the rules. Your opinion is important and your social life is important. Your parents have to let you be with your friends so you can develop and be a independent person.

Some parents can get nervous waching their kids get older. They may be afraid to let the kids go out on their own. But that is part of growing up. Your parents should let you decide more and more about your own life and how you want to live your life.

You have the right to privacy, it is part of Norwegian law.

If your family continues to control you I can advise you to call Røde kors telefonen.

I hope that this gave you som answers and support. You are welcome to write to us again, if you have any more questions.

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