Why are my parents so strict?

I think justthefriend gave you some good advice here. Crying over the fact that you aren't allowed to go out to parties is a little immature. Your parents are just trying to protect you because they know the real world and you do not.

I know this is not what you want to hear because you think you know how the real world works, but if you are under the age 18 you really don't have any clue. 18 isn't a magic switch either, maturity is a long drawn out process and, this is just the average age the people tend to start to really mature because they become adults in a legal sense. They have to figure out what they're going to do with their lives, they're out of high school, and have to think about what college they want to go to if they even want to attend college, what they're going to major in, or what they're interested in as a career, even just as simple as getting just a paying job.

I suggest you seek solace in the comfort of your friends when they are around. Tell them how unfair it is, and talk about it, and that will help relieve you of a little bit of your teen angst. The thing is that historically bad stuff has a habit of happening at 'cool' parties.

I took part in underage drinking as a kid, and the only reason I didn't think it a rash decision is that I was mature enough to not go overboard with it and do stupid shit. Hell, I've been in college with kids who do the dumbest stuff because they can't hold their alcohol. You're far too young to have bad stuff to happen to you, just deal with it and once you're on your own then party like a rockstar. Just remember, if there are consequences you have no one to blame other than yourself.

First of all, you should know your parents are strict because they love you and they don't want to see you get hurt.

Second of all, how old are you ?

Third of all, you should discuss this matter with your parents in a civilized way. Just talk to them on a normal tone. Don't whine don't get angry just a on a normal calm tone. This will show your parents you want to seriously discuss the matter of you going out. Also if they don't seem to like your friends. What kind of friends do you have?

But I'm sure if you will just discuss it with your parents in a normal way and ask them for some more trust politely it will work out.

Hope this helps

Your parents sound insanely strict! I thought my mom was bad, lol! But like the guys said, they are only doing it because they love you and don't want to see bad things happen to you. I think it's a little misguided, but they aren't actually trying to hurt you. Family counseling is a good idea. If they won't go for it then I definitely recommend talking to your school counselor so at least you can get someone to talk to and help you through what you're feeling. Someone who is totally "outside" of it. Not your friends or your family, you know?

Also make sure you follow your parents rules no matter how insane they may seem to you. They are more likely to loosen up down the line if you can show them you are responsible and respectful of their wishes. Also try talking to them calmly again. This time see if you can get them to lay down some specifics. Why don't they like your friends? What sort of people do they think you should be hanging around? If you found some new friends, would they ease up? And honestly consider what they are saying about your friends. Do they have any valid points? Maybe your friends aren't really "delinquents" but maybe your parents notice something that you're missing? Do you fight with your friends often or do they do things to hurt you when you do fight? Do they tell your secrets, stab you in the back, etc? There could be a hundred little behaviors that they do that bother your parents. So ask and see what they say. If they don't really have a clear reason, maybe they will agree to get to know your friends better? I know it's considered kinda lame at your age to hang out at home with your parents, but if your friends are really good friends they will do it because they know that if your parents know them better, they are more likely to ease up and let you eventually hang out WITHOUT your parents around. Also, why do they think you are a delinquent? Even if you aren't doing anything that you consider to be that bad or you know people who do way worse things, we all tend to do some pretty ridiculous and irresponsible things at your age. It's just part of being that age, lol. So see if you can find out what behaviors are bothering your parents and try to turn those things around for them. And remember, you are still pretty young. And as a parent myself (though to much younger children) I can tell you that it is really tough to see them grow up and to know they are befriending some really questionable people. This one friend my daughter had used to DRIVE ME NUTS because she was a chronic liar. Not that bad in the grand scheme of things, but this girl drove me crazy. I really didn't want them talking at all.

Okay look my mom used to be like that. Then I asked her to take me to counseling but she said no so I went to the school council because I couldn't take it any more like I was cutting my self and everything! You just need to take matters into your own hands and if they see you need that much help they might lighten up. You just need to convince them you are trust worthy

can I ask how old you r? ur parents just don't want to see their little girl grow up. it sucks that they are like that. I can't imagine it. but the best thing to do for now is just go wit it and don't fight them. show em that ur responsible and extremely trustworthy and maybe then they will loosen up