Is it normal to have parents like this

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I'm 19 years old from the UK...but I feel like I'm being treated like a 15 year old. I'm not allowed to date, partially due to religious reasons- but as a whole if my family found out I was dating someone, think they'd be happy (ie it would be fine) but other than that I'm restricted regarding what I do....I'm not allowed to go to late night parties, not allowed to drink, not allowed to be out with friends late (like 1am- which btw everyone who I know is out that time)- is this normal? 90% of people my age I know go to parties....except me. I'm going on holiday to Ibiza- yet I'm gonna have to lie and say I'm not going to any parties or clubs (that's the main reason why I'm going!) I'm 19 I want to live my life not be surrounded by barriers and (what I call) silly/extremely over protected rules. And then my family wonder why I want to go to uni away from home- so I can enjoy my life.

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Based on 16 votes (5 yes)
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  • Hie_Thee_Hence
    7 years ago

    Get a job. Support yourself. Live by your own rules. I did it when I was seventeen.

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  • RoseIsabella
    7 years ago

    What religion is your family?

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  • Rusty-Rider
    7 years ago

    Poor little you having to follow your parents rules to live in their house.
    You could always get your own place and live by your own rules.

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  • hgmercury
    7 years ago

    Save up your money and get a place of your own! That way you can do what you want! Trust me, I'm in the same predicament. Except it's not for religious reasons, but I still feel you!

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  • Jo_
    7 years ago

    You're a fully grown adult, your parents have no responsibility over you by law. Do what you want, just make sure to stay with your friends in bars and always watch your drink so no one drugs you. Don't completely disregard what your parents say, but don't get dictated by them either.

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