When assigning decision making authority to parents, this generally only applies to major decisions. Though there is no set definition or list of what constitutes a major decision, there is a general idea of what is major versus what is minor. Here are some examples. Major Issues One of the main decision making factors has to do with healthcare. A major issue in healthcare concerns the choice of provider for the child. It also relates to decisions regarding surgery or any other type of extensive medical treatment. Education also has to do with major issues in decision making. This mostly includes where the child goes to school and whether it is a public, private, or home school. A child getting baptised or participating in an important religious ceremony also applies to a major issue. Finally, major issues in general welfare include any type of risky or dangerous activity or behavior. This could be anything from skydiving to getting a tattoo. Minor Issues Minor issues apply to issues that do not have the potential to make a huge impact on the child’s life. Though most healthcare decisions are major, general wellness checkups at the doctor or taking generic prescription medications are not considered major issues. Other minor issues may refer to daily routines like what the child eats for dinner or what they wear to school.