Should young adults have curfews?

Curfews have many advantages that teenagers might not realize; these advantages include staying out of trouble, better time management, less sleep deprivation, and increased focus in school.

What time should a 16 year old be home?

Times for teenage curfew should be age appropriate. Younger teens should be home by 8pm and older teens (17) by 11pm.

What is the curfew for 17 year olds in Pennsylvania?

Nighttime driving restriction begins at 11 p.m.: Even with a junior license, a young driver may not be behind the wheel between the hours of 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. Exceptions for employment and volunteer or charitable service will apply, but young drivers must carry proper documentation regarding their need to travel.

What do you say to a 11 year old with a curfew?

A curfew is a reflection of your concern for your child’s safety and well being, so present it as such. Your teen may push back with “ I’m the only kid who has to be in at 11 ” (probably not true, but don’t go there). You need to respond “I love you, I care about you, I want to help keep you safe.”

Why do adolescents hate curfew?

Adolescents are programmed to hate curfew because they think it’s about control or trust. A curfew is a reflection of your concern for your child’s safety and well being, so present it as such. Your teen may push back with “ I’m the only kid who has to be in at 11 ” (probably not true, but don’t go there).

Why do they enforce a curfew?

They’ve been doing this for years and I’m stuck with them because of my various medical issues which force me to rely on them financially. The reason they cite for enforcing a curfew is the fact that I get moody if I don’t get enough sleep. That is also true but beside the point.

Is the curfew 11 o’clock at night open to interpretation?

That’s not to say that the agreed-upon curfew is open to interpretation— tonight’s 11 o’clock curfew is 11 o’clock not 11:30— but that you give permission ahead of time to stretch the usual curfew on a special night because he’s proven he routinely gets home on time.