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Is it normal to keep secrets from your parents?
In a recent forum many adults shared the biggest secrets they’ve kept from their parents, whether as children or as adults, and some are surprising, while others are saddening. “And yes, of course its perfectly acceptable, at any age, to have a private life, even from your parents.
Why do kids keep things from their parents?
(1) Kids hide things from their parents because they feel it is “theirs” in some way. It’s personal or intimate, or they’re not sure how they feel about it yet and just don’t want to share. (2) Some things are hidden because the kids don’t think the parents will understand.
Why do teens hide from their parents?
As kids grow up, they tend to hide many things from their parents because of fear. Your child may think that he or she may hurt your feelings or may get negative replies from you for what he or she wants or you may give punishment thinking what he or she is doing is not right.
How many secrets have you kept from your parents?
That said, it is surprising how many things most kids (whether young or grown up) keep from their parents because they’re scared of how they’ll react. Check out these thirteen shocking secrets kids have kept from their parents.
Should you teach your kids to keep secrets?
Most adults who ask kids to keep secrets have good intentions. But unfortunately, there are is a small population of people who prey on children and their predatory success depends on their ability to tell a child to keep their unsavory behavior a deep, dark secret. That’s why it’s essential to teach kids about secrets.
How can I talk to my child about unsafe secrets?
Talk regularly about safe vs. unsafe secrets. Start talking to your child at a young age about unsafe secrets. Explain that sometimes people ask kids to keep secrets because they’re doing bad things. Make it a regular discussion with your child as your child’s ability to understand the subject grows.
What are the dangers of keeping secrets?
Dangerous secrets: Child predators depend on children to keep their secrets. Perpetrators say things like, “This is our secret and you can’t tell anyone.” They may threaten children in a number of ways in an effort to keep them silent. Children who haven’t been educated about secrets often don’t dare tell anyone.