[carebear1963]

I have a daughter who is 15.And she comes home all the time and won't listen to me at all.She has a boyfriend.She thinks she is 18.But she's only 15.She does not like the rules in the house.she told me she is leaving out.what do I do.Please help me.I do my best.I am a very caring mom .that does the best to stay close.she tells me there is nothing I can do about it.my nerves are shot.I love her so much.far as I concern she's abusing me as a mother.please help me.she is a good girl.just screwed up.her friends are no help.she keeps telling me.I can't do this,And I can't do that.she knows all the laws

[farvaknowsbest]

Legally she cannot leave the house permantley without your legal consent. It's a rough way to go, and can make things worse, but you may need to contact the law, and possibly check into some counseling. Hope all gets better for you!

[ScottGem]

Apparently she doesn't know the law. You are still responsible for her until she turns 18. If she leaves you can report her as a runaway. If she refuses to obey your rules, ground her, take away cell and computer privileges.

How old is this boyfriend. Have you told him you think he's a bad influence and don't want him near your daughter. If he defies that, you can call the police on him.

Have you talked to the school guidance counselor to enlist their help?

[Fr_Chuck]

If she has a cell phone, you take it away, if she is in events, stop paying for them. If she has a computer in her room, it goes to one to use in public area.

Take almost any and everything away and make her earn things back by following the rules.

If she leaves, report her and have the police drag her back.
If the boy is older and she is with him, there are things often in state laws, interfere with custody is one if he is told to leave her alone.

Have you checked for drugs ? Got her into counseling ?

[carebear1963]

Thank you very much