Firstly, I don't feel it's my place to comment on your abusive upbringing, so I'm going to stay away from that. Do what feels right, Kayla! You know in your heart what you want to do, so go ahead and do it. Your parents are being over-protective, as parents are. They will get over it and they will still be there for you, in their own way, if everything goes wrong. As an adult you have the right to make your own choices and that includes making your own mistakes and your own successes. Get out there and live your life. Your friends, including many people here, will all be behind you wishing you love and luck every step of the way. :D