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By treating your parents with respect, taking care of your responsibilities, and following household rules, you'll show your parents that they can trust you. That means when you come to them with a problem with your sibling, your parents will be more likely to take you seriously. Having regular conversations with your parents about what's going on at school and with your friends can help strengthen your relationship with them. You can even talk about little things, which can help you talk to them often. For instance, when you're getting a snack after school you might say something like, "Mom, do you want to hear something funny that happened at school today? Mr. Johnston dropped his cup and coffee splashed up and got in his hair! Even he was laughing!" You don't necessarily have to run to your parents every time your sibling annoys you. However, if the issue has been going on for a while and you can't work it out together, talking to your parents can help. It's important to stay calm when you're describing the situation to your parents, so stick to the facts without getting overly emotional. Be specific. Instead of offering a vague complaint like "John is being a jerk," say "John keeps interrupting me when I'm trying to study, and this test counts for 20 percent of my grade." If you've attempted to resolve the problem on your own, explain the steps that you've taken and your sibling's reaction. For instance, you might say, "I've asked him several times to wait until I'm finished studying to ask me about his video game, but he won't leave me alone." Have your parents explain the specific types of punishment you and your sibling will receive for annoying each other on purpose. That may be enough to prevent conflict, because if your sibling understands that they'll be punished, they may decide they'd rather not bother you anymore. Keep in mind that these same consequences will apply to you if you annoy your sibling, too! Sometimes, your sibling may annoy you because you are forced to spend too much time together. It may not be practical to ask your parents for your own room, but you can still request some space and time alone when you need it. If you share a room with your sibling, have your parents set up a schedule so you each get some time alone in the room each week. Do the same with common spaces, such as the family room, den, or game room. For instance, your parents might say that you each get one hour of TV time alone each day, and while one sibling is watching TV, the other can relax in your shared bedroom alone. You may be able to avoid conflicts with your sibling if you clear the air regularly. Ask your parents to hold weekly or monthly meetings so you can all touch base on what you're doing. This will also be a great space to talk about any concerns you have about your relationship with your sibling, because everyone will have a fair turn to talk. If you want to make the meetings more fun, ask your parents to plan them around activities, such as baking cookies or sharing a meal. That can help everyone feel relaxed, so you're all more comfortable.

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Maintain a close relationship with your parents. Go to your parents when you have a serious problem with your sibling. Ask your parents to set consequences if your sibling doesn't stop. See if your parents can help you get some space. Suggest family meetings to keep everyone on the same page.