I totally expect my kids to have manners and show respect to themselves and others as long as they live in my house.
2007-02-01 12:43:46 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
I understand they will try things like drinking, and all that.. but I still expect manners and them to act like humans and show respect
2007-02-01 12:54:57 · update #1
I agree 100%. I think in America we accommodate kids too much and look for excuses to explain disrespectful behavior. There is nothing about being a teen that gives you license to act out. You should expect your kids to be responsible and respectful to you, especially while they live in your house.
2007-02-01 13:58:51 · answer #1 · answered by Sophy 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's a given developmental stage that they have to pass through to make it to adulthood. The challenge for parents is to channel that rebellion into socially acceptable routes. Instead of having them "cruise" and find trouble, get them into a radical rock climbing group. Don't sweat the hair and clothes, that really doesn't matter in the end. If manners and respect are expected at your home, expect them and have consequences for failure to demonstrate these qualities. But let them rebel in _something_ else. They need it to grow. Hang on for the ride of your life!
2007-02-01 13:27:00 · answer #2 · answered by Amy H 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that if teenagers were easy to raise, they'd never leave home. All of the rebellion that they go through is part of the process of leaving the nest. While you shouldn't allow them to break the rules without consequences, it is normal and expected that they will try to break the rules anyway.
2007-02-01 13:00:15 · answer #3 · answered by Amy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah but you're the parent. You need to be an example of good behavior. And you also need to realize that they're only human and they will mature as time passes if you lead the right way.
2007-02-01 12:54:09 · answer #4 · answered by ? 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
what you expect from your kids and what you actually get are two different things. everyone expects those things from their children. however, there comes a time when every single teenager hates their parents. i think it's unrealistic to think that it's not going to happen.
2007-02-01 13:06:48 · answer #5 · answered by redpeach_mi 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
depends on how they are raised and who they hang out with. for instance, my mom raised my older siblings and i to be wonderful children. my older brother and sister when through a VERY rebellious stage, experimenting with drugs and alcohol simply because they associated themselves with negative people. i didn't deal with any of that because i chose my friends wisely and hung out with a more civil group of people. it is okay to have high expectations of your children, but dont expect them to NEVER rebel.
2007-02-01 12:51:44 · answer #6 · answered by aerochik9675 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-16 10:35:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let them go nuts and if the **** hits the fans make them clean it up with something that matters to them.
2007-02-01 12:48:19 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
well dont "expect" it dot dont be to suprised if it hapend, on ones perfect, think about what you wore like as a teen.
2007-02-01 15:49:30 · answer #9 · answered by Lala 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I agree with franseca... teenagers are discrimated against
2007-02-01 15:07:53 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋