
It is the parents' expression of dealing with sadness,worry,loneliness and depression on their children's departure from home on account of studies or marriage.It is very challenging for parents who have cared and reared their child with love and patience.Mothers become more afflicted with this change and sink into depression.Some parents remain positive in this transitory phase while others can't bear the loneliness.
They miss the child's companionship and go into an abyss of despair.They feel their life has lost meaning and sometimes they have to seek professional help.
CAUSES:The umbilical cord tie is difficult to break and parents become worry worts when the child leaves home.The time hangs and they don't know how to fill their lives.Sometimes medication and psychotherapy helps to mitigate the depressive symptoms.
COPING:
Keep in touch
Seek Support
Stay positive
Utilize the time well
Find your self-identity
Go in for yoga and meditation
Develop hobbies
Travel more
Catch up with friends
Socialize more
Do more work outs
Keep a pet
Interact more with your spouse
Join support groups
Join a new course
Indulge in gardening
Participate in charities
Do social work
Re start your career
Look towards a bright future
And rejoice in the fact that your children are making you proud with their achievements.Give them both roots and wings for a happy future.