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I'm Jennifer Dunbar, LICSW, a licensed therapist with more than 15 years of clinical experience helping families navigate life's transitions.
For the past five years, I've worked almost exclusively with young adults, giving me a unique perspective on what strengthens—and strains—the relationship between parents and their adult children.
Lifespan Parenting was created to help parents build stronger relationships through evidence-based, attachment-informed guidance that supports both connection and independence.
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The Hidden Attachment Triggers Behind Parent–Adult Child Conflict
As children become adults, parenting must evolve. Discover how moving from manager to consultant can improve communication and connection.
Discover the hidden attachment triggers that fuel conflict with your adult child and learn how to create more connection, understanding, and repair.
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