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