Ruth and Tom's only son recently left home for college for the first time. What changes and challenges might they face as they deal with "empty nest syndrome?"
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: As a result of having more time alone than they have had in years, Ruth and Tom may find that they need to get to know each other again as individuals. In doing so they may find that the bonds that connected them as individuals have frayed, and they may separate. Conversely, they may find that their connection is stronger than ever and enjoy the extra time together. If they also have the task of care-giving for elderly parents, they may spend many hours per week "parenting" their own parents.
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