Deciding when to leave your teen home alone is a big decision. You want to begin this era of independence and learned responsibility to happen when everyone in the family is ready, especially the child. There are a number of benefits to leaving a teen home alone for a few hours or overnight, while there are many concerns and risks. If you think through your decision and plan with your teen, you should be able to make this transition successfully and feel assured that they’re safe on their own. Here are some factors to take into account when deciding when it is acceptable to leave your teen home alone.
