As a teenager, my parents let me make most of my own decisions; I had some rules but for the most part I could do what I wanted. I think growing up like this made me more responsible. I knew I had my freedom but I also knew that if I got in trouble it would all get taken away. I think that this is the case for most children that have some boundaries. In time children learn how to be responsible and take responsibility for their actions. If children have strict rules they are not able to do anything, therefore, they could rely on their parents to take care of all their problems and if children had zero rules they would never get in trouble by their parents so they would not have to make smart decisions. Being responsible and making smart decisions is an effect of having parents who have a reasonable number of …show more content…
Parents that have strict rules for their children do not realize that it could push their children away. Children may not want to have a relationship with their parents or feel they cannot tell them anything. Children that have parents that do not care may feel like there is no point in telling their parents anything. I am completely honest with my parents, especially my mom. When I was younger there was one incident where I did lie and my parents found out; they were more hurt then mad because they thought I would tell them everything. I learned from that because since I did not get in trouble or grounded it made me realize that I can tell them anything and share my thoughts with them. A unique and equal parenting style will show the child that a parent can also be a friend and will allow the child to be more open and honest with