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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Let’s not turn this into an ugly “us vs them” conversation. What the hell is wrong with some of you.
 
Let’s try this again: 
Most global cultures are family-centered. The U.S. is individual-centered. There are pros and cons for each. Think about the challenges of raising a teen and now add navigating these complex cultural elements. It’s very hard. All a parent wants to do is the right thing. Now try navigating different playbooks that speak to what “right” is in sometimes very different terms. It adds another layer to an already challenging time.

If this is not your personal family experience and you are unable to add something thoughtful to lift someone up or ask sincere questions to learn more, then this post is not for you. [/quote]

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And add to the fact, as a lot of posters are pointing out, that if you force strict and unpleasant family values on teens in America, they do have ways to pull away from you and be very independent. America raises kids here to be independent of family, and American parents do not depend on their children for money. So it's very dicey. The American education system is designed to make independent thinkers and people who can get a job and live on their own (at least that was the idea).[/quote]

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