Answer: autonomy

AnswerCrossword Clue
AUTONOMYParent-teen sticking point
AUTONOMYIndependence
AUTONOMYSelf-government
autonomy(in Kantian moral philosophy) The capacity of an agent to act in accordance with objective morality rather than under the influence of desires
autonomyself-government
autonomy(of a country or region) The right or condition of self-government, esp. in a particular sphere
autonomyFreedom from external control or influence; independence
autonomyA self-governing country or region