Wednesday, November 9, 2011

The Collision Between the Teenager and Mid-Life Parents

There are many parents that are, at least, in their late 20’s or early 30’s when they begin having children.  And there is an ever-increasing societal trend to wait even later to start a family.  This puts parents square in the middle of life when their children become preteens and teenagers.  Although more studies are being done, it’s safe to say that part of the problem that parents have in dealing with their teens is, to some extent, exacerbated by their own battle with middle age.

During this period, adolescents are exploring a seemingly limitless future, while, simultaneously, parents in mid-life are feeling the constraints of life.  While your child is searching for freedom, you are busy bearing the brunt of parental, financial, and other responsibilities to the best of your ability.

Mid-Life Crisis?
The stereotypical mid-life crisis actually happens to a small minority of adults.  The fact is that most parents do not quit their jobs or leave their spouses just because they hit age 40 or 50.  But that doesn’t mean that there isn’t some serious introspection going on.   This is the time when adults begin.......read more

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