Background Paper: Parenting During the Transitions to Adulthood

Background Paper: Parenting During the Transitions to Adulthood

●      Quote: “The challenge to parents of YA children during this time of change is to provide support, but to do so without blunting the development of independence and self-reliance.”

●      Time to read: 15 minutes

●      Work safe: yes

●      Summary: The transition from childhood to adulthood in children can be a tricky one for parents and their kids to navigate. Since there are so many different types of relationships between parents and their children, it is difficult to determine what each specific relationship may need- but “warmth and support, reciprocal communication, clear expectations, financial advice and support, and a sense of personal responsibility” are sure to build positive relations.

●      Perspective: Research article