Marji's parents in Persepolis allowed her to express herself everywhere. At home she was allowed to sit in on conversations and at times contribute. They defended her argumentative attitude when she caused disruptions at school. She was even sent to Vienna so her self-expression could be fostered. At a time when oppression was mainstreamed Marji's parents made room for her to voice her opinion. I feel that it is healthy for any teenager/young adult to be open with their thoughts. The mistakes and achievements that come from it are worth the wisdom that's gained. Marji's parents were not thinking of how she could become a successful child but how she could grow into a strong adult.
This link promotes the idea that free expression early in life is an important part of becoming a stable adult.
http://www.cse.nd.edu/~skuntz/FoodForThought/FiveEmotions.txt
I agree with your sentiment that free expression is a vital tool in the process of maturity, and that Marji's parents encouraged her self-definition for her own betterment. However, I think that her departure for Vienna was less motivated for her expression and more so for her own defense. I think that Marji's parents realized how outspoken she was for a girl at her age and position and risked being labeled as a dissident. There's a certain point where being "right" can also be very unsafe.
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