Growing up with parents who were not ready for the emotional side of raising a child leaves traces that appear years later.

In the middle of a diaper change or during a teenage shouting contest, parents might dream of the day they are on the "same ...

A recent Cornell study found that 27% of adults are estranged from a family member. Research from Ohio State finds that 26% of fathers are estranged from an adult child—and that fathers are 22% more ...

Aging can bring changes to people's bodies, minds and relationships — changes that many are often not prepared for. Erlene Rosowsky, a clinical psychologist who specializes in aging, says many people ...

Ghosting someone isn't just a term for dating anymore; it's now a grim reality for a lot of families. More parents are discovering that their adult children have cut off all communication with them ...

If your adult kid uses phrases like “I don’t have time for this” in response to conversations with a parent that would ...

Recent studies have shown that a growing number of parents are sacrificing their retirement savings to support their adult children. This alarming reality isn't simply a fleeting fad but a growing ...

The relationship between a mother and her child is often portrayed as one of unconditional love and enduring connection. Yet, for many mothers, adulthood brings an unexpected and deeply painful ...

We often discuss what adult kids need to have on hand for aging parents--wills, trusts, healthcare directives and a power of attorney document. Check. But could the tables ever be turned and the ...

Half of all parents with adult children provide regular financial support. The average support per adult child amounts to $1,474 per month. Some parents contribute more to their kids than to their own ...