<p>Maybe all of the uncertainties of today have created parents who feel out of control and in response to this fear they end up trying to control their children, making all of the decisions for them so the teens don’t make the wrong decision. In addition, the media helps all of the “bad things” that go on among some teenagers get blown out of proportion. Yes, we have teen pregnancies, but not all teens get pregnant or get someone pregnant, yes, we have teens or drugs and who drink to much, but not all are like that. I think some parents convince their selves that unless they control their teens, they will all turn out bad. Fear makes us want to control, and too many parents are afraid.</p>