Some people view teenage conflict with their parents as a neccessary part of growing up, whilst others see it as something negative. Discuss your both views and give your own opinion.

There is no doubt that adolescence can be a difficult period for youngsters and their

parents

.

Although

some people believe that

conflict

at

this

time does harm more than good, I would argue that it is an essential stage of teenagers development. On the one hand, those who believe teenage

conflict

is harmful might argue that it can damage relationships between

parents

and their children.

This

is because

such

disputes can create tension in the family.

For example

, it is quite common for young people

to begin

smoking to impress their peers, but their confrontations with

parents

can lead to difficulties with communication afterwards.

In contrast

, if there is no

conflict

between

parents

and teenagers, there will be a much greater sense of happiness among family members.

On the other hand

, my view is that

this

conflict

is important because it can help children to mature. The reason for

this

is that by having disagreements adolescents can form and develop their own opinions.

For instance

, a child may grow up in a family of meat-eaters but feel very strongly about not eating meat. if

this

child does not voice their opinion, they will be going against their principles.

However

they are going to engage in

conflict

with their

parents

, their conscience will be much clearer despite the agony of the argument. In conclusion, despite the danger of demanding relationships that teenage

conflict

can create, it is my firm belief that

this

time of friction is a vital step for children to mature and become independently-minded adults.