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by sjmno on September 27th, 2008

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I need feedback from young ppl about what to do re: 18 y.o. freshman college daughter who seems to be turning to ice, acting in uncaring ways not calling, emailing, and being rude when we visit (she agreed we should come for a day!).

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  • by Anonymous on November 27th, 2009

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    My have four sister who are 18 and they acting the same way because it a new independent feeling and they are still adjusting. They also miss be at home and miss us and our parents and that why they were acting like that. But it will pass.

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  • by smilingfacessometimes on February 8th, 2009

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    When my daughter first entered college she did exactly the same thing. My feelings and my husband's feelings were so hurt, and we felt that she was being a real ingrate, considering how expensive college is. It turns out that she acted that way because she was having a very, very hard time separating from us. It was easier for her to act as if we didn't exist, than love us, want to be home (and "a baby") and have this parallel, new universe that requires her to act like an adult.
    If your daughter feels the same, take heart. The more she adjusts to her new surroundings and as her comfort level grows, it will be much easier for her to be in touch and act as loving and caring as she always has.
    My daughter is almost 23 now and graduated last May. Freshman year was toughest for all of us.
    Good luck!!

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  • by theceebs on October 2nd, 2008

    theceebs

    I'm worried about this happening too (they get a little more distant as they go through the teen years, anyway) - if you find a solution, or even figure out what "the problem" is, let me know !!!

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