Breaking Free from Codependency in Parenting Adult Children

Parenting doesn’t stop when children grow up. Many parents discover that even after their kids reach adulthood, the pull to “fix,” “rescue,” or stay deeply involved in their lives can be hard to let go of. While this comes from love and care, it can sometimes cross into codependency: a dynamic where boundaries become blurred, and both parent and adult child may struggle to grow independently.