In an ideal world, everybody would have parents who supported them in having the best upbringing possible. However, the existence of humanity has proven that is often not the case. There are countless individuals out there who seem eager to prove just how unworthy they are of the titles ‘mom’ and ‘dad’, and it is their kids who pay the price for that. It’s a big part of the reason that therapists make so much money.

As a result, it is little wonder that many adult children decide to distance themselves from their parents as they gain their independence, although in some cases, this doesn’t stop them from trying to re-enter the lives of their kids. Momentous life events can prove to be especially vulnerable times for this, and it can cause further complications in situations that are already far from simple. Taking no for an answer can prove to be something that estranged parents find difficult.