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One of the worst experiences a child can go through is watching their parents get older. While the aging process is sometimes beautiful, it is usually bittersweet. Alzheimer's, dementia, and other health problems often take over your parents and they are not the same bright, witty person that raised you. Coping with aging parents is going to be the hardest thing you will do.

Before your parents get too old, sit down with them and discuss the future. Find out what their plans are so you can honor them to the best of your abilities. Make sure they have a living will in order. Try to talk about all the hard decisions like life support, nursing homes, and burial arrangements. Finding out this information while they are still conscious and aware will make the aging process easier.

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As you get older, it's normal for teens to butt heads with their parents. Disagreements about everything from who you're hanging out with to wanting to be treated older start happening on a regular basis. Some of the more common things parents and teens butt heads about include:

• Curfews. As teens start to make more friends, date, and get driver's licenses, they naturally want to stay out late with their friends. However, few teens and parents actually agree on curfews!
• Misunderstandings. Jumping to conclusions, poor communication, and general misunderstandings can lead to bickering and fighting with your parents.
• Independence. As a teen, you probably want more independence and to be treated like an adult. This is a common disagreement among parents and teens.
• Privacy. As you get older, it's natural to want your privacy. However, your parents may feel like they have a right to know exactly what is going on in your life, even if it means going through your things.
• Family problems. Divorce, remarriage, or moving to a new state or school can also cause problems with your parents.
• Pressure. You may feel like your parents have placed an unreasonable amount of pressure or have too high expectations for you. This can also cause problems.

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