How indulgent parents are making it hard for young adults to be independent


Allowing a child to get up by himself after a fall goes a long way in building resilience. — Photos: 123rf.com

ANECDOTAL examples are everywhere: From the parent who accompanies his or her child to a job interview to the one who calls in sick on behalf of his or her working child, some parents go to great lengths to help their grown-up offspring.

They will call, write, even explain to university lecturers or employers why their child is unable to attend classes or complete certain tasks.

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