Is it normal for dads to touch your thigh? I do not feel comfortable when this is going on.

No anything that is making you feel uncomfortable is not ok, even if it is your dad who is doing it, you can remove yourself from the situation or you can confront them by telling them that you don't feel comfortable with them doing that you can also tell another family member who cares about you to address the issue with you and let them know what is going on. It is not ok for anybody to touch someone without their permission especially if it is making you feel uncomfortable. If the behavior continues do tell another adult

When someone touches you in a way that feels uncomfortable, your options to respond are in the thousands - you have a lot to choose from - you can walk away - which is to talk with your feet - you are free to make a big production of it if you want - or you can simply walk away: "No communication IS communication." The intention or message of the person violating your personal space is often a mystery - they may feel they are being "loving" or "caring" - they may be unaware of how you feel and they may not care how you feel about it. You may not want a confrontation so you can walk away - if the person pursues you - you are free to create lots of distance - mentally, emotionally, physically - because they are then communicating that your feelings are irrelevant to them. I've never had this issue with my dad - I have no memory of my dad ever touching me. I never saw my dad touch anyone. None of my relatives were touchy feel people. As a teen, I had a boyfriend that I was totally comfortable hugging and touching - no issues at all - you have the right to walk away when someone touches you in a way that feels uncomfortable - as a warning, sometimes a man touches you when it feels awesome but it turns out he's a predator so always keep your guard up until you know them and their friends and their family and their exes ... decent people remain friends with their exes ... unless their ex turned out to be a monsters ... which is common.

The definition of normal varies from family to family. But what does not vary from family to family is the right to feel safe (comfortable). Just like with people outside of the family, you have the right to say when and how people can touch you. It can be difficult to navigate these conversations with close family but it needs to happen if you are not comfortable. If you have a close family member, maybe you could practice this conversation and work out what you want and need to say. Again, this is not about normal. This is about your right to feel comfortable and safe.

First of all, thank you for bringing this up. Your comfort matters and anything that jeopardizes it deserves to be talked about. Secondly, if the way your father touches you causes discomfort, it isn't normal. Regardless of his intentions, the impact his actions have on you matters. If you feel confident enough to talk to your father about the issue directly, that's an excellent option going forward, but it's also completely understandable if you don't. If that's the case, another possible way to address the situation is to make a list of the people you do feel comfortable discussing the nature of your issue with, preferably a trusted authority figure you feel has your best interest in mind. (A counselor or therapist, a teacher, police officers, etc.) They'll be able to help you plot out the best course of action and lend their support to you in the process. You don't have to be alone in this.

It's hard to define what is "normal" because every person and father-child relationship is different. However, if the touching makes you feel uncomfortable, then it is certainly not okay, normal or not. If you feel you have a good relationship with your father, you can address the issue and see what he has to say about it and tell him that it makes you feel uncomfortable. If you don't feel safe doing that or if you do address it and he doesn't stop, then I think it is necessary to get help, because he does not have the right to touch you without your consent! A trusted adult, like another family member or counsellor, can help you. I can understand that it can be scary or embarrassing to talk about something like this, but it is YOUR body and it is your right to say no to any physical contact, no matter if it comes from a stranger or a family member! Stay strong and take care!

it depends on how old you are like if you are a young girl and your dad keeps on doing it and you look uncomfortable and it seems like he does not care cause he still does it then i think you should tell him to stop if he does not then you need to talk to someone about it ... but if you are like 20 or older you are an adult and you should have the right to not to be touched in a spot you do not want to be touched in and if you tell him to stop and he does not then you need to remove yourself from him cause he is going to think it is okay to touch you and it's not it's your body, not his

It is not normal for your father to touch you in any way that causes you to feel uncomfortable. You wouldn't feel uncomfortable if it was not inappropriate, please trust your instincts. Please seek support for this, talk about it with someone you trust, and address this with your other parent or an adult you feel safe with (it can be a teacher, a grandparent..). This is not your fault and you should receive the support of an adult to address the situation. I would not advise you to address the situation by yourself, but if this rehappens before you could receive the support of an adult, please know that you are entitled to say no, this is your body and no one can touch it without your consent, not even your parents.

Firstly, it is really brave of you to come forward and share this with us. Give yourself a big pat on the back for that alone, reaching out can be scary and you did that first major step! Because this type of behavior your dad is doing is making you uncomfortable, you have every right to not have it done to you, it's your own personal space and body. Your voice is powerful, reach out to a trusted adult in your life and let them know about this if you'd like for them to advocate for you on your behalf.

It is very inappropriate for your parent or anyone older than you to touch you under the belt without your consent if you feel uncomfortable tell the person if it continues tell someone (better if it's an adult) who you feel safe telling, and they may take it from there. You should NEVER be put in that situation because it could lead to something that could scar and possibly traumatize you for life. Don't let anyone choose what happens to you when it comes to things like this, it's your body. Don't let anyone take advantage because they think that they can.

I would argue that it is not normal nor is it appropriate, especially as you do not feel comfortable. You do not consent to this, and he is breaching boundaries and trust. If this is a continuous occurrence, and has happened on multiple occasions I would seek help regardless. Do you have a family member, or trusted adult whom you can discuss this with? I would personally tell a teacher, doctor, social worker, or mental health professional. When you speak to someone, tell them how many times, when, where etc. They will help you. I hope you are doing okay as it sounds an awful experience to go through.