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Aug 03, 2012, 08:43 AM
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Member Since: Jun 2007
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Posts: 5,518
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Hi DrSkipper
I think family therapy would be a good way for you and your parents to improve on your communication skills in a safe environment. When my son was in high school, he and his dad started butting heads and I was often caught in the middle. It appeared "natural" to me (part of a young man's growth), but it was disrespectful to his father and me for having to always be in the middle.
The three of us attended family therapy. It gave my son the chance to safely and calmly voice his side of the story (feelings, emotions) to help my husband understand the burden my son carried. It also gave my husband the chance to do the same, and it helped my son understand the burden my husband carried and the respect he deserved. The therapist was very helpful.
Good luck. If and when you do leave home, I hope it will be on good terms. 
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