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