Daughter wants to leave

[robyn-n]

Can the police stop my 16 year-old daughter from leaving home and living with her 20 year-old boyfriend?

[georgit79]

I don't think so I'm afraid. And anyway, I don't think you should resort to such desperate meaures, as your daughter will just resent you for it in the long run.  How come she wants to leave home? Is she at school? And how long has she been with her boyfriend?

[wonky]

Why do you not want her to go? do you not like her partner? i wanted to leave home when i was 16 but when i got to that age realised it wasnt that easy, i did eventually move out at 18 i then has such independence and was happier in myself also i had a better relationship with my mother.

If the reason you dont want her to move is because you are worried then thats not very fair on your daughter, all children make decisions and have to learn from there mistakes, i think you should explain your reasons that you dont want her to go but tell her your will support her either way!!

Good luck x x

[rozzie]

Sorry to be negative but make sure that this man is not involved in drugs.  Our daughter left home late in 2001 to live with a drug addict and we didnt realise he was, he told her he was 23 (she was 19 at the time) and he was infact 32. Shes way down the line with a heroin and crack addiction now which is breaking our hearts.  The police will NOT help you at all.  They will politely listen to you then do nothing unfortunatly.  Our daughter is a very naive girl and we have done our best to protect her.  She is now 21.  Try and find out as much as you can about this man and his background.  If he has a steady job and seems to be in touch with his family then I don't think you have anything to worry about.  Just stay calm and let the relationship burn out.  Keep in very regular contact with her and she will grow tired of the situation.  Make a fuss and it will last longer. Hope this helps.

[link2]

Tell your daughter "If you leave this house . . . you will always be welcome back; we will always be here to help you, we will always love you".  You cannot ensure the success of her relationships, but you can be there to pick up the pieces if they fall apart.  Your love and prayers will do more than any devisive action.  God bless and strengthen you in this difficult time. 

[j.lo]

Your daughter is crazy but maybe u should let her go so she can learn from her mistakes trust me she'll be back home in no time!

[jeanne anne]

I am in the exact situation as you. \I dont know what to do. \I think she is better at home. But at 16 they able i think to leave without parental consent. The question is how much of a fight to we give about them leaving anybody have ideas/