1. I don’t control my teen.
2. I would describe myself as somewhat uninvolved.
3. I don’t trust the decisions my teen makes.
4. My teen has had problems in truancy and delinquency.
5. I set limits on my teen’s behavior.
6. I can be impulsive in my decision making.
7. My teen is often bratty.
8. My teen does not have any restraints on him/her.
9. I trust that my teen can make good choices.
10. People describe me as a strict parent.
11. I have clear standards for behavior.
12. People are always picking on my teen.
13. I have to tell my teen what to do all the time.
14. I attempt to understand my teen’s feelings.
15. My teen is confident and independent.
16. I am a very understanding parent.
17. I provide for my teen’s basic needs.
18. My teen doesn’t have any friends.
19. I am honest with my teen.
20. I take care of my own social and emotional needs.
21. I believe that most teens should be spanked.
22. I let my teen choose what he wants to do.
23. Rules are made by parents without discussion.
24. My teen often provides for himself/herself.
25. I am very involved with my teen.
26. People describe me as being lenient.
27. I am often focused on my own needs.
28. Rules are self-explanatory.
29. My teen’s emotions aren’t very important.
30. My teenager has run away.
31. I am very protective of my teen.
32. I am very involved, but I don’t try to control my teen.
33. My teen has been described as mature beyond their years.
34. My teen is defiant.
35. I am consistent with parenting.
36. I am aware of my teen’s emotional and social needs.