why is it parents r so protective over the girls than over the boys?

Answer 1

I think it's because parents of both boys and girls feel that their children will do the right thing, because they've raised them right. However, parents do not trust other children out there, raised by other parents of questionable competency, so they are looking out for aggressors.

When a parent of a boy thinks about aggressors, they might think about bullies, and protect them if such a case comes up. However, it's not as if they can just stop sending boys to school, because of that risk. However, with girls, they are dating, and so their aggressors can either be a bully at school (again, can't keep them home from school) or from a guy they are dating (however, parents can prohibit or restrict dating). So I think parents restrict their girls, because they're worried about the boys out there. The parents of boys think that their children will do the right thing, and obviously, don't need to be protected by an aggressing female (unless there is an extraordinary circumstance that warrants an exception here), so boys are not restricted.

Obviously, as you have pointed out, some parents are wrong. There wouldn't be aggressive boys for the parents of girls to watch out for, if parents were doing their job. Also, I want to note that while it's good for parents to protect their girls, it's still very important to pay attention to boys, and make sure that they behave appropriately when in the presence of another girl. It would be nice if parents of girls didn't have to worry so much!

Answer 2

I assume you're talking about sex...

Parents are naturally hypocritical. Girls are more exposed to contacting stds, they can get pregnant, etc. But it should be dead fair between the sexes. After all, it takes a boy to climb on top of a girl to have a baby.

You know, I never really understood this myself. It's not always risks parents are afraid of. For some reason, it's just because we're girls. But if you ask me, I'd be more worried and protective of my son because boys are more irresponsible about sex.

Answer 3

I have a theory about that. I am not a parent (yet) but I truly believe that if a girl says no in compromising situations, that's where it ends. Guys don't have a whole lot of control when it comes to hormones. If a girl offers him...whatever... he will accept it because he is not in as much danger as she will be. He can't get pregnant. I think if we reach our girls with the truth that the buck stops with them, it may just help them to see that they do have a say in what they do. Parents need to instill that into their brains when they are young.

Answer 4

Boys do not bring the baby home after 9 months. They put it in but the girl has to put it out. That is why parents act like they do.

Answer 5

Well.The woman is the one having the baby.It is hard to go through with that with all of the things you need and since the woman has the baby,she has to worry about if he is a good enough man to depend on.Guys think girls can't think the right thoughts by themselves and they think they are not tough but I bet a girl can but a guy in a head-lock anytime.The dad is usually overprotective over his daughter because they don't want their daughter going too fast in a relationship and the father wants her to have the right man.Sometimes the parents get over-emotionlal when they see their daughter growing up so fast.(getting pregnant,getting married,having sex,moving out,etc.)I hope my advice has helped.Goodluck.

-Haley

Answer 6

It is most likely because of our own life experiences that we so want to protect our daughters from anything or anyone who may use them or take advantage of them. It is not to control them. It is because we love them so very much and only want what is the best for them. We do realize that they are their own person and they will be tempted to have sex, or that a boy will use the old line "if you really love me, you'll let me..." We moms have our own stories of broken hearts and broken promises and God help us, we NEVER want our daughters to experience the pain and the hurt that we went through.


We protect because we love!!!

Answer 7

well, actually parents are protective over whoever their kid is... you might not realize how protective they are of their boys... maybe you've got a brother and he's less protected by his parents than you are... but not everyone needs the same amount of protection... also, unfortunately, some parents aren't protective whatsoever over their kids... its just different for everyone... but i wouldn't say that parents are more protective of s than boys, its just what everyone needs

Answer 8

Well I think boys and girls should be treated the same way.Certain things that when girls go through parents tend to them sometimes more then boys.I'll give you some examples: girls getting pregnant,having there period,getting raped etc.Good luck.I hope I answered your question.

Answer 9

i'd say because they are all idiots... you should be equally protective over both.. but i guess it's because if a girl get pregnant she can't deny it is her baby while a guy can deny the child. plus it is more acceptable for a boy to have sex than a girl

Answer 10

Parents know what is best for their children. Girls grow up to become young ladies. A young lady has to have respect for herself and others. It is the parents job to instill that into them. Some parents have different techniques on how to teach their girls this.When i was young my parents was so so over proctective of me. I did not understand why until i got older. Sit down and ask your parents to explain to you the reason for this. If they dont, ask God to show you why.