“Not needing a family member for support or because you plan to inherit the family farm means that who we choose to spend time with is based more on our identities and aspirations for growth than survival or necessity,” he explains. “Today, nothing ties an adult child to a parent beyond that adult child’s desire … Continue reading Between the “Quotes” & Control
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Family Estrangement
"[Family estrangement can be defined as:] 'the breakdown of a supportive relationship between family members.'......despite the relative prevalence of estrangement, people suffering through it often describe feeling judged, stigmatized and misunderstood. As a result, they tend not to talk about their experiences, a reticence that has led to what some experts have called a 'silent … Continue reading Family Estrangement
