<p>It is so hard to know the right balance. I think most parents want their children to be self-sufficient so the original thread seems to represent the track that most parents seek for their child. The reality is that many young adults are more vulnerable than they realize. The support of a parent is a blessing. Finding a way to speak openly about the underlying issues - how often to communicate, when to communicate and expectations is key.</p>
<p>I’m in college and live at home. My parents pretty much always know where I’ll be because I tell them. Not exactly where, of course, but they know if I’m at campus, work, etc. So if they wanted to put a tracker on my phone I would feel like they didn’t trust me to honestly tell them my plans.</p>
<p>Tell them you love them. text them frequently so they don’t have to monitor where you are. don’t put app on your phone if you feel its invasive. You have parents who love you and care about you, in this world thats awesome. Don’t let their overprotectiveness drive you away. Just be patient with them. </p>
<p>I have overprotective parents and I’m the only child I understand what your going through. Here’s my input, talk to them. Let them know how you feel about this and then take the actions you want, but let them know, so that they understand that your growing up and this is one disision your going to make regardless.</p>