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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It's a cry for help, OP. I wouldn't punish her for it.

Is she open with you? I'd have a talk with her if you can. Or offer to take her to a therapist to talk.

My first thought is the household culture is too controlling. Mine was, as a kid. And I have one friend with a 13 year old who has him programmed with organized activities from when he wakes to when he goes to bed. And he's rebelling now.

If that's the case, is there any where you can ease up? Does your daughter have specific requests?  Mostly, just listen.[/quote]

Op here not controlling at all. I think she thinks I am. She freaked out the other day saying she knew I wanted her to go to this high school and that college. I was stunned. I don't really care too much with high school as long as she goes and gets good grades. I haven't even thought about college. As far as her activities, she signed up for it all on her own. She tells me she has plans and I drive her or have my husband do it. I rarely say no to what she asks for since most of it is appropriate and positive for her.

As far as therapy we just moved here. I am looking for a provider now. I had three recommendations but haven't heard back from them yet. My insurance with work starts next month so I was hoping that it would have more options too.[/quote]

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