Raising young children can be tiring physically but very rewarding emotionally as you watch them become independent. However, it's when they grow up, or turn into teenagers that your parenting is really tested.
Parents with young children spend a majority of their time caring for and protecting them. They are completely devoted to keeping their children safe, well and happy. That deep level of codependency, between parent and child, ensures the survival of the children.
However, change tends to come very quickly.
Read Dr. Neill's entire article Trust in your Parenting—Let your Teen Grow
Dr. Neill Neill, our official Overcoming Alcoholism Expert
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