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18 year old rights
Hi,
I am 18 years old.
I am planning to travel overseas for a few weeks this summer. I already bought the ticket, however, my parents do not want me to go. They are saying they can do something to prevent me from going. Is there a way that they can stop me from going?
*I do have OCD, and my sister is saying that because I am in therapy, she can stop me from going. Is this valid?
Thank you!
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Sweetie it depends if your ocd is severe than maybe you should just consider not going but if you can control it and you know if when you bugging then that means your mature enough to go. and if your theripest doesnt approve of it than they can athorize it and not let you go.
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I agree that you should ask what their concerns are and then try to soothe these fears. Maybe they are nervous because of your OCD, worried you are too young to deal with your disorder alone in another country. Are you travelling with a friend? If so, have them meet the friend. Travelling is a life changing experience and if you've already bought the ticket, well I think you should go! But don't burn bridges with your family before you go.
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If you are undergoing court-ordered treatment, perhaps, but if you simply have chosen therapy than no.
Generally speaking, an 18 year old American has the right obtain a passport and travel overseas without their parents permission.
They cannot legally stop you, but that doesn't mean you should ignore their concerns entirely. Parents can still make your life difficult at 18, and if they have legitimate concerns, you should at least hear them out.
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