@suzygib You need to find out *IF* you QUALIFY as a dependent or not. You don't get to choose, it is a matter of fact. It does not matter if a parent actually claimed you or not. You need to find out if the parent was ELIGIBLE to claim you.
https://www.irs.gov/help/ita/whom-may-i-claim-as-a-dependent
After determine that, *IF* your tax return is wrong, yes, amend.
