"One parent took to the Reddit /parenting community to ask specifically about their 15-year-old - and if they could be left home alone for an entire weekend. The original poster wrote that they've left their 15-year-old home alone for several hours before, and there's never been an issue."
"OP noted that their child is 'super responsible,' and they live in a boring area that has never given them any reason to feel unsafe. 'She's CPR certified and says she can manage to be by herself while we're gone.'"
"My immediate gut reaction was to just send her to her best friend's house. Just because a kiddo is capable and responsible doesn't mean they want to be capable or responsible."
Parents often struggle with the decision of leaving their children home alone, especially for extended periods. A parent shared their dilemma about leaving their 15-year-old home alone for a weekend while they go on an anniversary trip. The child is responsible, has been left alone for shorter periods, and lives in a safe area. However, concerns about the child's comfort and potential anxiety when alone arise, leading to consideration of alternative options like staying with a friend.
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