The way we parent is often a reaction to how we were parented. Baby Boomers, raised by strict parents, now worry their kids will cut them off. Millennials and Gen Xers are trying to parent differently, with more understanding and equality, a pendulum swing from the past.
But does this lead to more estrangement? Some say yes, but Patrici Wu, Jessica Reyes, and Ryan Heapy aren’t convinced.
They suggests that Gen X and millennials might have the healthiest parent-child relationships yet.
Boomers fear their parents, while younger generations often have overly close relationships with their parents, who sometimes act more like friends than authority figures.
Every family is unique, but communication, respect, and understanding remain essential for healthy relationships across generations.
