In an earlier blog, I discussed myths or beliefs parents believe that cause undue suffering. For those parents who have experienced estrangement from
Parents of Young Adults: Why We Suffer
“Making the decision to have a child - it is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body. ” ― Elizabeth
Is Your Young Adult Living at Home? If so, You Have a Roommate!
When a young adult is living with parents for any reason, it’s especially important to establish expectations and guidelines. In such situations, I
My Young Adult has Anxiety or Depression & I’m Afraid to Show Backbone
When challenged to show backbone with a young adult who is anxious or depressed, one of the common parental assumptions is that this could make things
Are You Unconditionally Loving Toward Your Young Adult?
There are six practices parents need to embrace or strengthen to successfully launch their young adults in the "right" way. The foundational practice
Rules of Engagement for Parents of Young Adults
"I don't know if I am doing the right thing when it comes to my young adult?" "I don't know what the right balance is between being supportive and
House Rules: Love and Backbone
"How do I know I am making the right decision regarding my young adult," a mother asked. She was about to give her son, a 26-year-old, an ultimatum.
Parents of Young Adults Spring 2021 Survey Results – Part VI: COVID-19 Impact
Note: This is part six of our ongoing series on the Parents of Young Adults Spring 2021 Survey results. One hundred and twenty-two parents responded
There are No Easy Answers for Parents Trying to Help a Troubled Young Adult
“My young adult son has serious mental health problem, is living outside the home, using illicit drugs, out of work, and refuses to get help. What can