A lot of tension in parent-child relationships later in life stems from differing beliefs and values, according to psychologist Jeffrey Bernstein. Especially considering many younger generations today ...

Children naturally carve out their identities as they grow into adults—developing distinct opinions, boundaries, and lifestyles. What some parents interpret as defiance—such as rejecting advice, ...

Building strong connections with your grown-up kids takes more than good intentions. Sometimes, the way we talk to them can accidentally push them away instead of bringing them closer. Many parents ...

When parents talk to me about their adult children who aren't launching, the tone is often a mix of confusion and concern. I hear things like, "My son says he wants to move forward, so why isn't he?" ...