This chapter explores how parents can assist young adults who are dealing with anxiety and struggling with the transition to independence, including making appointments with professionals and encouraging the young adult's active involvement in seeking help. It highlights the prevalence of anxiety disorders among young adults and the significance of not giving up in providing support.
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Episode 1982:
Dr. Jack Stoltzfus discusses the complex interplay between anxiety, depression, and the failure to launch syndrome in young adults. Using a case study of Jan, a 29-year-old living with her parents, he illustrates how these issues can intertwine, making it challenging to determine causality. He emphasizes the importance of early intervention, understanding anxiety disorders, and providing supportive, practical assistance to help young adults navigate this difficult phase.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://parentslettinggo.com/is-your-young-adult-suffering-from-anxiety-or-failure-to-launch/
Quotes to ponder:
"Early intervention through psychotherapy and medication can head off a worsening of the condition."
"Many young adults will experience anxiety as they address the significant challenges of this stage of life and will power through this."
"Some anxiety often accompanies efforts to address the significant challenges of young adulthood- identity, independence, and intimacy."
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