Dr David Coleman: ‘It’s better to negotiate a curfew with your teenager than enforce one — here’s how to do it’

The more ownership they have over the decision, the more likely they are to abide by it Take into account how responsible your child is when deciding on a curfew. Photo: Picture posed/Getty As children and teenagers look for more independence when going outside alone or with friends, parents are faced with the tricky prospect of setting curfews. The type of curfews you place on your teenager will depend on a range of factors.

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