When a child decides to live with the other parent?

The laws governing a child and his or her right to choose which parent with whom to reside are far from settled. In fact, laws vary widely from state to state. Many states have started to consider a child’s stated preference for the parent with whom the child wishes to reside when the child reaches 12 or 13.

What age can a child refuse to see a parent UK?

In law, there is no fixed age that determines when a child can express a preference as to where they want to live. However, legally, a child cannot decide who they want to live with until they are 16 years old. Once a child reaches the age of 16, they are legally allowed to choose which parent to live with.

When can a child decide where they want to live?

In general, young children should not be given the choice of where they want to live. This can even lead to a child regretting their decision or feeling guilty. Depending on a number of relevant factors, including the child’s maturity level, a child’s preference becomes more important by about age 12 to 13.

What did your dad say about you as a child?

As a young child, Dad would comment on how beautiful you were. But as you grew older, he would rarely miss out on commenting on weight and attitude. You probably carry these concerns into adulthood, even if you found success.

What should I do if my son gives me that look?

Don’t worry if he’s giving you “that look.” When you tell him to go do his chores, if he does them whether he likes it or not, that should be enough. So, don’t try to read kids’ minds to determine if they really don’t want to do something, or if they really don’t like you. You have to let that go until everybody gets to know each other.

What was dad’s attitude towards you?

Dad wasn’t around a lot. He got a lot of gratification outside the family. Other fathers hung out with their families a lot more. Plus, he craved excitement and seemed to be more concerned by what others thought of him, rather than how his own kids felt about him. Dad did what he wanted when dealing with you.

Why did my dad like being in the spotlight?

Everyone wanted to be around him and he relished admiration from others. He loved being in the spotlight and the positive reinforcement that came from being the center of attention. No one had an imagination like Dad. Grandiosity is alluring, and so were his fantasies of success, prestige, and brilliance.