Hi Sammie, Thank you for joining us at the parent forum. Is this your first time here? I am Mum to an 18 year old son and 16 year old daughter. In your message, you didn't elaborate on why you feel your teens aren't respecting you and what they're doing which upsets you. I was wondering whether you'd mind sharing a bit more so we might be able to help you a little better? I jumped on today because I'm trying to work out how to get my kids to contribute more around the house. They actually did a lot more when they were younger and I view this as a form of not respecting us. So, things aren't perfect at my end either.  I look forward to hearing from you. Best wishes, Birdwings ... View more