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Should Parents Ask Their Teens to Lie for Them?
I was struck by this thought last night when watching Pretty Little Liar's Halloween feature because that is what Aria's dad asked her to do after she had seen him with another woman. It was a big mistake for many reasons - viewers of the show all know how that turns out as this special was a prequel. Also, I think it may be why Aria lies to her parents about who she is dating through the next couple of seasons.
When my teen daughter saw the scene, she turned to me and asked, "Would you ask me to lie for you?"
"No way!" I replied. "There wouldn't be a need because I don't run around on your father."
But then I got to thinking about the little white lies or lies of omission I've asked of my kids, like telling them not to mention the broken heater to my father because I just wanted to handle it without bothering him if at all possible, you know what I mean? While lying isn't common practice in our home, I am going to be thinking twice before modeling it to my kids from now on. And no, I don't think parents should ask teens to lie for them, even if it would make life easier. Teaching teens that lying is okay sometimes just sends a mixed message.
Asking our community of parents of teens: Have you ever asked your teen to lie for you? Did it come back to haunt you? What did you think of the Pretty Little Liars Halloween show? Did you and your teen have any other conversations? Please share your thoughts, advice and experiences in the comments area.
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