This research explores the differing perceptions of adolescents and their parents regarding parental roles and control. The family is the primary social institution, playing a crucial role in shaping an individual's personality and mental health. Parent-child relationships and parenting styles significantly impact the emotional, social, and academic development of adolescents. Utilizing the McMaster Model as a theoretical framework, this study examines family functioning, focusing on roles and behavioral control. Parental control is categorized into four styles-strict, flexible, permissive, and chaotic-each with distinct consequences for children.



Employing a qualitative approach with a phenomenological method, this study seeks to uncover the differing viewpoints of adolescents (aged 13-15) and their parents concerning parental roles and control. Data is gathered through purposive sampling to ensure rich and meaningful insights. The findings of this research can contribute to improving parent-child communication, preventing psychological harm in adolescents, and enhancing family functioning. It can also be applied in family counseling and the treatment of child-parent conflicts.