Not a child and not yet an adult

When a teenager clocks 18, they want to do anything they want without anybody raising a finger. JOHN MUTURI explains why parents still need to exercise their control

It is normal to feel free and grown up once a child is through with high school. The teenager may probably have everything symbolising adult status—turned 18 and acquired a national identity card. Moreover, probably she has gotten a job if she is one of the lucky few or awaiting to join university. With all these qualifications, the feeling of independence hits home hard.