How to Teach Your Child Independence
By Wendy Rice, Psy.D. Licensed Psychologist
When I went to college, I kind of knew how to do laundry, check the oil in my car, and use my trusty hotpot to make soup. I wasn’t quite so skilled at balancing my checkbook or managing my time effectively and, I was at a complete loss when it came to figuring out a tip in a restaurant.
Over the years, I have met with several parents who are getting ready to send their children to college and wonder whether they have adequately prepared them for living independently.
As part of an evaluation, we sometimes look...
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