Do you think my parents are overprotective? (Read)?

No, I don't think they are overprotective. Each and every one of those rules have reasons behind them. You shouldn't have a boyfriend at your age. I know it sucks now but later you will be glad you didn't enter into that so early. The shorts are a little on the extreme side, but they don't want you to look like a slut or something. The mall and bus stop are strange and I actually think its a little far but they are your parents and you should just listen to them.

I'm not some weird 50 year old lady telling you this, I'm your age.

First of all, I know these rules are restricting and some of them even meaningless, but there are a few that make sense.

I would advise you to go over the rules with your parents and explain why some of them are meaningful, but others are completely absurd. It'll help you to come up with a compromise and hopefully show your parents that you are not a helpless child, but someone who wants to live their life freely while still respecting their parents' boundaries.

The first one does make sense, and I know they care because shorts and tank tops can be pretty revealing sometimes. But knee-length shorts are pretty long, to be honest.

The second one I completely agree with. There is no point in getting a boyfriend at this age, considering you are still in school. There is time after you get a job. It's better to go out with a group of people your age, especially if there are some dependable people your parents really like. (It'd help if you first brought some over to your place to show your parents, or explaining their marks and attitude at school and outside of school).

Now I know a lot of people who have earrings. If I asked them, they'd say it's usually a bother to put them on and take them off, especially for physical education (gym) classes. But for occasions such as dances, formal events or going out with friends, they will definitely wear a pair or two. It's more of an optional thing but after you have piercings it's no big deal to you. Plus, piercings are usually expensive and can cause infections if done wrong. Boys don't always notice them, either.

Going to the mall with a friend should be fine, if they are the same gender. If you're planning an event with a boy, it's better to go as a group just to satisfy your parents. You can talk this over with them and see what arrangement best suits their boundaries for you.

Dying hair, if it's not a crazy colour, shouldn't be a problem. It can cause minor infections if you have sensitive skin, and some strong ones have caused cancer if used more often than others, but a few highlights or medium colours should be negotiable. Again, however, like with the piercings, it's not a big deal and often people find their natural hair colour is the best.

The going to the bus stop rule is definitely ridiculous. Of course, it depends how far away it is and how often it is used, but if it is a public stop that does not have a giant crime record, you should be safe. IF you come to a compromise on this one, you should probably bring along a friend or one of them the first few times to make sure it is safe and you get comfortable with it. It would help to bring along a phone or some quick communication device to ensure your safety.

You should talk with your parents about this because, although I can understand where they're coming from, it probably makes you feel embarrassed or frustrated at their list of rules for you. Some of these rules you should keep, such as no boyfriends and going to the mall alone, but others you should try to negotiate with your parents about. They are expected as good parents to at least listen to your argument.

I hope this helps :) It sounds like your parents just want to make sure you don't get kidnapped or harassed, although they are a bit behind. I have a friend whose mother make her wear five layers on top in the winter, and three on the bottom, excluding the jacket, so I know how overprotective parents can get. But remember whatever they decide is for your benefit.

I think that you should try and push for your freedoms. Ask for help or advice from another adult, teachers at school, there are even councillors that are available to help. If you think that you are not getting the privacy or social life that a teenager needs to have a healthy mind, then speak to someone about it. If someone from the school has a phone call with your parents then this could even mean that your parents realise that its not just parent - child arguments but that another adult sees the faults in their methods.

Good luck in getting change :)

I agree with number 2 3 and 5. Teens need to focus on school and friends etc not drama and boyfriends. Also I do believe one should be an adult before mutilating their body

The rest seem pretty strict and out there to me

***if she hasnt moved ask her out or inform her at school....You already know if her father and mother are like that you need to admire that however they ought to know that they cant do this to her and that they need to trust her. If she has moved then oh good justtel her the truth and if her moms and dads are listening allow them to on account that its the truth adn if all 3 hate you four that then you'll be able to recognize that they dont comprehend and that they she isnt right for you or her household because if she was she would speak to her mothers and fathers about privacy and they might appreciate

No they are not overprotectice...later in ur life u will be thankful for this...make ur parents happy dnt make them worry..they live for you.

All those rules= very strict