The 18-Year-Old Debate: When Does Parenting End?

Parenting Adult Children: Where Does Accountability End? The debate around parental responsibility extends beyond a child's 18th birthday. A recent video by Unplugged Moments ignited a conversation about the role of parents in guiding the actions of their grown children. "Your kid’s out here lying, cheating, and ruining lives—and your response is ‘they’re grown’?" she questions in her video. The author argues that accountability doesn't expire at 18, suggesting that parents should intervene when their adult children engage in morally questionable behavior. While some parents may believe in letting adult children navigate their lives independently, others, like Unplugged Moments, maintain that guidance and intervention remain necessary. This raises the question: What are the ethical responsibilities of parents toward their adult children? And where is the line drawn between support and interference?