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In preparation.

This qualitative study uses semi-structured in-depth interviews with both parents and their adolescent or young adult children to explore how families navigate autonomy-related differences. We examine three core questions: What is the nature of autonomy differences and conflicts between parents and youth? What conflict resolution strategies do families employ, and how do these affect relationship quality? And how do these dynamics differ between families with and without an immigration background? By interviewing both generations within families, this study captures the dyadic nature of autonomy negotiation often overlooked in existing research. The study addresses a gap in the literature, as most autonomy research relies on quantitative methods and samples primarily from Europe and North America, with limited attention to how culturally diverse families discuss, contest, and resolve disagreements about youth’s growing independence.