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[quote=Anonymous]I'm the "in bed by midnight" poster that everyone seems to be freaking out about. I suppose, in retrospect, I should say house "expectations" rather than house "rules." I am not demanding that these things are done, but they usually are simply because that is how my kids are/were raised.

They've always had very busy schedules with school, sports, and jobs. We are a very health conscious family with expectations of good sleep habits and lots of exercise and limited screen time. They are in or want to get in top universities. We've been having conversations for years about the detrimental effects of spending hours of time on social media.

They know they are free to hang out at a friend's house or go to a party. But they also know to be very, very quiet if they return late at night. And, with their jobs, they know that they shouldn't be staying out late at night more than once or twice a week.

Perhaps it is because I am a high school teacher... I see a lot of teenagers with some pretty significant issues caused by sleep deprivation and too much screen time. I knew that I did not want that lifestyle for my own children.

You do not have to have these expectations for your teens. But you shouldn't be so dismissive of other people's opinions on parenting. My house expectations do not mean that my kids are destined to hate me or need years of therapy. Try to have an open mind. [/quote]

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