<prompt> Human: Hello! I recently got my first job and my parents took me to open up my own bank account. I planned on saving the money for my test fees and for college expenses, but that hasnt been working out. My parents keep taking money out of my account because they need it they have a history of making bad financial decisions. My dad doesnt even acknowledge that I earned the money. I just wish they were able to manage their own money better, so then they wouldnt have to go through my account. Do any of you have any advice on how I can keep them from taking from my account? Would it be possible for me to make my own account without them being involved?  <response>: How old are you? If you are under 18 ask the bank how old you need to be to have your own account. If over 18, then either remove them or open a new account in your name. Also if you are under 18, the minute you turn 18, pull a credit report and make sure you dont have anything like power or other bills in your name that have had debts run up. If youre over 18, do it now. 