What do you think is appropriate behavior for teenagers who are dating?

Teenagers between 16-18. As a parents, what do you think is appropriate stuff they can do around you? i.e. Holding hands? Kissing? Hugging?


And what do y'all think they do when there is no supervision?What do you think is appropriate behavior for teenagers who are dating?
Hugging, kissing (pecks, not sloppy tongue swallowing), and holding hands is fine. It's the same rules as anyone in public. Just being polite is the simple rule here.What do you think is appropriate behavior for teenagers who are dating?
They should not be put into or allowed to be in situations where there is no supervision. Holding hands, light kissing and hugging (standing up) is ok. Lounging around horizontally, no. Sitting on laps, no. Doing things under blankets, no. Being in bedrooms, no.
I can say that the term 'appropriate behavior' when it comes to dating, is very relative or subjective. What you consider appropriate behavior when dating has something to do with your values and beliefs, and that of your child's as well.





If I were in your shoes, I don't think I can tolerate these teeners holding hands, hugging or even kissing. Since these teeners are just dating, and not really serious yet with each other to the point that they are already considering each other for marriage, they would somehow should refrain from getting involved physically and sexually.





Others may think that I am old-fashioned, but if I were to tolerate them, that already gives them a false go-signal that they can do anything they want- just because that it's 'okay' already with mom or dad. Well, I still believe in good values when it comes to boyfriend %26amp; girlfriend relationships. Teeners should be taught that any tolerance on their sexuality with the opposite sex (specifically in physical contact), can lead to a regret later on. That is one reason why many teenagers these days get pregnant and heart-brokened. Relationships at this point in their lives should be enjoyed more with fruitful friendships. I still truly believe in the supervision that we parents can give. And I think that it's never too late to impart your values to your own child. But of course, at this age, teenagers had pretty much developed their own set of beliefs- but they still need our advice on amny issues especially dating and sex.





As a parent, you can still do something to help forewarn your child on the disadvantages of teenage sex and early pregnancy. I think that you are concerned about your child but do stand up to your position and let your child know as soon as possible. Take some time with your teenager and talk things out like adults.
What they do when there is no supervision is irrelevant to what is permitted when you are there.





Holding hands, fine. Hugging - depends on the amount of body contact. Decorum should be the watch-word here. No kissing. When there is an engagement ring, then they can kiss in front of me.





Of course they'll kiss and perhaps even more when there are no eyes, but that doesn't mean you don't put on the brakes - hard - when you're around. Your job is to civilize children and let them know what YOU consider appropriate, not let them run rampant. They need leading around the pits of rampant hormones, not encouragement.
I have many friends and relatives who are or have children this age and many 16-18 yr old teens I know are sexually active. Those who feel comfortable enough to discuss it with me do so because they do not feel judged or vulnerable to humiliation. I make it a point to educate them about what it is they are risking if they have chosen or are about to choose to become sexually active- BECAUSE I know that they need to be when they make this decision. They tend to follow their hormones more often than not so the best we as adults and parents can do is educate them.





As for what's appropriate in your presence, I consider it disrespectful to see anything that I wouldn't do to my own mother. I set my boundaries there and will for my own children when they get that old. I intend to even ask if they cross that boundary- ';You wouldn't do that WITH me, so please don't do it IN FRONT OF me.'; I hope this helps.





Anthony
Kids that age are probably going to be at least kissing. It's important for teenagers to know that relationships at that age don't usually become longterm, and that this is for the best. There is no reason for there to be any pressure from either party in a teenage relationship. If it's not fun anymore, just end it!
MY son who just turned 16 just got his first girlfriend a few months ago.The other day I pulled up at the park and his girlfriend was sitting on his lap he was looking around and noticed me all of a sudden I saw his girlfriend go flying(he threw her off his lap)she didnt get hurt he just got neves and puched her over but it was so funny.I dont think my son would be very comfortable kissing his girlfriend in front of me at all but,I know that he would hug her in front of me there is nothing wrong with that.
well i think they should make a video!!
I will tell you straight up mom! For teenagers being infront of there parents with a boy/girl friend they should only beable to give hugs, hold hand, peck kiss,and snuggle wiht each other. But probably when you are not around they are doing the same thing. Some of them maybe having sex at that age but if you think your daughter is then just put her on birth control pill because you cna't do anything about it.
i think holding hands is fine...kissing as long as its not frenching...hugging is fine but it ultimately comes down to YOU AS THE PARENT if something bothers you dont allow it plain and simple and behind your back...well do you really wanna know?