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Boys growing up sometimes want to do things such as go to a friend’s party. They may believe they are responsible enough that if something were wrong at the party – let's say there is alcohol there – that they would do the right thing. But their parents or guardians might think otherwise.

Then, a parent or guardian might expect their pubescent boy to do something the he believes he isn’t ready to do, such as mowing the lawn. Some disagreement between a boy and his parents or guardians is not unusual. Parents are there to guide and help their boy become a fully independent adult.

The most important thing in a boy's relationship with his parents or guardian is simple. Trust. Being honest. If you are always honest with your parents, then they will trust and believe you when you talk to them.

If your parents or guardians set a curfew of ten o'clock p.m., make sure you are home by then, and don’t be late even by a few minutes. If you tell your parents or guardians you are going to the mall with your buddies, make sure that's what you do, and don’t go to a party or anywhere else unless you ask them.

If you are 100% honest with your parents or guardians, they might bend the rules regarding your curfew because they feel they can trust you to tell them the whole truth.

Most pubescent boys do not like doing chores. But you’re part of your family, and everyone, if they are old enough and able, should help around the house with at least some things. If your parent or guardian complains about the job you do, like vacuuming the house, you might not understand exactly what they expect. Talk to them so you know exactly what they want you to do.