For a Better Understanding Between Parent and Child Nowadays, there is often a lack of understanding between parents and child. As children get older, they become less eager to communicate with their parents, and a so-called “generation gap” is formed. There are many reasons for this: first of all, parents tend to be conservative and satisfied with what they have, while children are always keen to experience something new, and are quick to adopt new fashion and ways of thinking. Parents, because they have a better understanding of the dangers in society, criticize their youngsters’ behavior and are reluctant to let them have their own way. At the same time, children regard their parents as old-fashioned and ignorant of the modern world. To dispel such misunderstanding, I think that parents should realize that their children do not need constant protection so much as help to stand on their own feet as independent young people. At the same time, children should recognize that their parents have a wealth of experience, and appreciate their advice and help.