Do you feel caught in the middle of your parents' problems? Sometimes parents use you in their battles—whether they know they are doing it or not. For example, one or both parents might:
If you are feeling caught in the middle:
If it's too hard for you to say things like this directly to your parents, try writing them in a letter. However you choose to do it, being able to talk to your parents about your feelings and to be clear about your needs will be useful skills as you face the changes and challenges that lie ahead.