Adult Child
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Adult Daughter and a Selfish Boyfriend
Asked by D.C. from Clarksville
on March 6, 2010
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My adult daughter , who is sick and waiting for a transplant..is in a relationship with a young man who lives 2000 miles away. She says he wants to marry her and she...
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- Since your daughter is awaiting a transplant she needs to check and see if moving is going to hinder that. Not to mention she would have to find new doctors, hospital...
- Sorry to say it, but yes, you probably will lose your daughter. But I bet she comes back sooner or later. I went thru something very similar with one of my daughters. ...
- What a load of bull. If this boy truly loves your daughter he would be looking for jobs in HER area, since she needs to stay where her Dr. and care is, and he'd be tr...
18 Year Old Son's Curfew
Asked by L.B. from Washington DC
on July 23, 2011
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What is an appropriate curfew for an 18 year old male at home
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- I think it's appropriate for an 18 year old to stay out as long as he wants, unless he comes home making a ruckus and waking everybody up. Good luck!
- When I was 18 I no longer had a curfew. I simply had to tell my parents whether or not I'll be home so they knew whether or not to lock the door. I was a responsible...
- Just because someone turns 18, in my opinion, it's not automatic license to come and go and stay out as long as they please. Especially if they are still living at hom...
I Am an Adult Daughter of Narcissistic Mother!
Asked by A.M. from Jonesboro
on May 27, 2010
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I am an adult daughter of a narcissistic mother. Ihave my first and last child - an 19 monthold girl named Sophie. My mother has been driving me to the point of insani...
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- I actually recently went to a therapist regarding my mother and her negative, selfish, "victim" and dramatic behaviour. I told the therapist all of the reasons that m...
- Thank you for sharing! I had no idea there was a dedicated site for this issue between mothers and daughters. My mom is the same way and it bothers me so bad. Maybe I ...
- WOW! We should all unite here and form a support group lol!! I actually have a 3 paged letter in my purse that I am waiting to give to my mom. My whole life she has ma...
Help Comforting 7 Year Old After 18 Year Old Brother Goes to College
Asked by C.D. from Louisville
on August 24, 2009
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We dropped off my 18 year old son yesterday at college and now my youngest son is very upset. Didn't anticipate such an emotional reaction but I understand everything...
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- My daughter was 11 last year when my oldest son went off to college. I taught her how to email her brother. When we take photos she attaches them to emails and sends...
- Make it a positive change. All the great things that will be happening with his brother. Give him things to look forward too... the times his brother does come home, ...
- Let your 18 y.o. know that he is really taking this hard. Maybe he could call just to chat with him. Also let your 7 y.o. help to make a goody box to send to him. Let...
Oldest Adult Child Syndrome
Asked by P.O. from Harrisburg
on September 4, 2010
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How many of you moms being the oldest child in your family feel targeted at times for being independent, standing up for what you believe and always being misunderstoo...
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- I'm the eldest of 4 and didn't feel like that. We are all different and, each in our own ways, independent and standing up for what we believe. As a kid, my second o...
- I am the oldest of five. (one passed) You hit the nail on the head :) A lot is expected of the oldest. When it gets to be too much, i let my sisters/parents know.
- Not sure if you have read it already, but you must read, "The Birth Order Book". This book is really good and gives you insight into birth order and how it affects a o...
Question About a Wedding of an Adult Child....
Asked by T.T. from Indianapolis
on January 25, 2012
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I saw another question similar to this one, but I really need any advice I can get...
My stepson, who lives at our house, or a least sleeps here when he isn't with hi...
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- Adults who get married should pay for their own wedding. Just my opinion - DH and I got married when I was 41 and he was 46 -we did not ask anyone for money - it would...
- I think it's ridiculous that a 28 year old would expect his parents to pay for a rehearsal dinner. Especially with the circumstances you're describing here. NOW, I...
- First I have to say that most people are adults when they get married. So a parent paying for an adult child to get married doesn't seem unreasonable to me. My brothe...
Bonding with Adult Daughter
Asked by K.M. from Kansas City
on February 22, 2010
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Hi Ladies,
My daughter is about to be sent home from Army basic training. She getting a medical discharge. She is very much disappointed in herself & since she has ...
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- I won't try to talk you into the tattoo (LOL), I hate them. If your daughter still wants to get a tattoo, you can go with her and support her, just tell her you don't...
- Bonding doesn't have to have an outward symbol. How about doing something meaningful together that you'll always remember. I've done a number of things with my daughte...
- I have an adult daughter, married with children. Both of our lives are very busy, but I always look forward to her birthday, when we go to lunch together and then sho...
Relationship Problems with My Adult Daughter
Asked by V.S. from Sacramento
on May 18, 2008
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My 25 year old daughter seems to have gone through a change in the last year. We have always gotten along well and been very close. She does have a history of big tem...
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- V., It sounds like you have a very spoiled, self-centered daughter. My husband and I had somewhat similar problems when we had to explain to our adult children that ...
- V., I am so sorry you are going through this as well as so many others that have expressed their sympathy. I am a 32 year old with a daughter and a pretty good relatio...
- Assuming she is not just being a spoiled brat or overstressed, it is very possible she has developed a drug/alcohol problem or could be suffering from bipolar disorder...
18 Year Old Driving Me Nuts! (Long Vent! LOL)
Asked by K.K. from Saginaw
on January 23, 2012
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my son is driving me crazy! there are ssssoooo many things that I seem to be at the end of my rope with him about and just need to vent.
1.) he doesn't have his d...
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- I agree with below only because you describe a relative of mine that never stopped living at home and still lives on the computer. He has forgotten the enjoyment from...
- I can't help you about I am LOL. I know how you feel but there are days I wish I had those annoying young adults at home. Both mine are away at college and it funny ho...
- 1. The not driving is irksome. But if he just isn't able to pay attention he may not need to drive. Tell him you don't want him to worry about getting a license. You t...
18 Year Old Daughter Wants to Move in with Boyfriend
Asked by T.E. from Los Angeles
on September 30, 2008
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Help, my daughter who just turned 18, working and going to college wants to move in with her boyfriend. The boyfriend lives with mom at the grandparents house.
I tell...
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- Wow, that is a tough one. On one hand she is an adult and she can make her own decisions so if you try to stop her she may jsut resent you. On the other hand she is s...
- I know how you feel and my suggestion would be to love your daughter and allow her to learn the hard way. She is 18 and in the eyes of the law she is a young adult. I ...
- T., I lived with my college boyfriend and it was awful! We were a great couple before it, and had EVERYTHING going for us. Neither of us, had a lot of money and it ...
