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