How to trust your teenager and give them freedom

How to trust your teenager and give them freedom
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Your 16-year-old-wants to go out very late at night and you automatically say no. But should you learn to trust your teen and let them go?

It’s a difficult dilemma. As children get older, they need their independence, but starting to let them go can leave parents terrified their child will take unnecessary risks.

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