Empty Nest Syndrome
Is life for all and must be prepared. One day the children become independent and leave the family home. Parents who have devoted their energies to their care are more likely to suffer from empty nest syndrome, a problem that can prevent and overcome various strategies recommended by psychologists. Feelings of loneliness, sadness and emptiness that arises not last forever if you follow the advice of professionals.
This feeling of unease and loneliness born in one or more parents when children leave home, either to go to study in college or emancipated. Affects those who have children or other dependents, such as tutors for children, but especially to mothers. People who suffer are often dependent, has dedicated his life to the children (such as housewives), they see themselves with no goal, obligation or useful once the children leave home, have few hobbies and , as a rule, do not work outside the home.
The feelings that arise in those affected are several: they feel lonely, sad, helpless, anxious and a certain level of anxiety. They may even suffer from sleep disorders like insomnia or frequent nocturnal awakenings. Their self-esteem may be affected and in some cases develop symptoms associated with depression such as fatigue or lack of concentration. Although the main signals are psychological, may also experience some form of somatization, including stomach pains, difficulty in digestion or backaches.
Is life for all and must be prepared. One day the children become independent and leave the family home. Parents who have devoted their energies to their care are more likely to suffer from empty nest syndrome, a problem that can prevent and overcome various strategies recommended by psychologists. Feelings of loneliness, sadness and emptiness that arises not last forever if you follow the advice of professionals.
This feeling of unease and loneliness born in one or more parents when children leave home, either to go to study in college or emancipated. Affects those who have children or other dependents, such as tutors for children, but especially to mothers. People who suffer are often dependent, has dedicated his life to the children (such as housewives), they see themselves with no goal, obligation or useful once the children leave home, have few hobbies and , as a rule, do not work outside the home.
The feelings that arise in those affected are several: they feel lonely, sad, helpless, anxious and a certain level of anxiety. They may even suffer from sleep disorders like insomnia or frequent nocturnal awakenings. Their self-esteem may be affected and in some cases develop symptoms associated with depression such as fatigue or lack of concentration. Although the main signals are psychological, may also experience some form of somatization, including stomach pains, difficulty in digestion or backaches.
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