<p>chaos: I’m a bit concerned that you say that your parents think your doing drugs. I believe you if you say your not but then this type of a relationship is certainly problematic. If you’re not doing drugs, I would venture to say there must be some behavior that you have elicted that gives them concern. Most parents don’t feel that way about their child without good reason. If you have no health issues and are looking to be given some autonomy then perhaps it time to sit down and have an “adult” conversation with them. Demonstrate your maturity and give them ‘time’ to believe in you once again. Again, their doubts did not begin yesterday, you obviously have had a rocky relationship, so give them time to get to know the new and improved you. Someone has to start. Someone has to extend the olive branch. Let it be you. As a matter of fact it has to be you, since you’re the one who wants a school other than Vandy. Also remember that although they may not seem like loving and supportive parents, that parents aren’t perfect. We all try, but it doesn’t mean we do everything right. So give them a chance. Start to try and turn this relationship around. You may think that you don’t need them now, but blood is thick, and you may need them some day. Plus life is too short.</p>