T
he college years have traditionally been a time for young people to be challenged by new ideas, learn to think critically, and assume greater responsibility for their lives, as they assume their roles as adult citizens. Unfortunately, the past few years have witnessed high levels of emotional dependency, anxiety, and depression among American college students.
Here is the Article on the Psychology Today Website.
Diane Dreher is a best-selling author, positive psychology coach, and professor at Santa Clara University. Her latest book is Your Personal Renaissance: 12 Steps to Finding Your Life’s True Calling. Visit her web site at www.dianedreher.com
The article ascribes these emotional problems to be rooted in today’s over-controlling parent styles (often called “Helicopter Parenting“). Parents should not take all the blame for there are many factors that impact the lack of emotional resiliency among college students.
Here is a test to see if you qualify as a helicopter parent.
It is important that parents allow their children to establish autonomy on their journey towards adulthood.
For Further Reading:
- Wholeness Parenting
- Depression and Emerging Adults
- How my parents aided in my battle against depression.
