How To Deal With Young Adult Children That Act Like They Hate You
06August

How To Deal With Young Adult Children That Act Like They Hate You

Written by Craig Rogers, Posted on , in Section Teens & Tweens

It can be particularly difficult for parents to deal with their young adult children wanting space or seeming uneager to spend any time with them. There can be a number of reasons for this type of behavior, but it is almost always psychologically taxing on parents. In many situations, parents will try desperately to repair these relationships which can cause further damage. If you are going through something like this, there are a few tips that you should keep in mind while navigating this difficult situation. 

Tips To Help Parents Struggling To Maintain Relationships With Adult Children

1 - Give your child some space - If you notice that your child has been withdrawing from you, then it is important to give them some space. If you pursue and crowd them during this time, it will only further discourage them from spending time with you and strengthening your relationship. This can be difficult for many parents, but giving them some space is the best thing you can do.

2 - Try to have a good relationship with your child's partner - A frequent reason that a child might seek to distance themselves from their parents is difficulties between their parents and a spouse or significant other. Getting on better terms with your son or daughters spouse can make spending time with them much easier and more pleasant for both of you.

3 - Form an adult relationship - Make sure you aren't treating your adult son or daughter like a child. Some parents have trouble changing the dynamic of their relationship later in life, and this gets in the way of keeping that relationship strong. Understand that your child is an adult now and should be treated as such.

4 - Don't make your child the focus of your life - Don't smother your child with attention. Give them space and try to develop other interests to ensure that you aren't overly involved in their life.