Examples
What do you lose after primarily focusing on parenting?
Sense of purpose
Which parent is more susceptible to ENS, mother, father, or both?
Mother
what is the first step?
Acknowledgment
Empty nest syndrome refers to this that many parents feel when their children move out of home.
Grief
If you’re feeling lonely or isolated often, consider
speaking with your healthcare professional
What feeling do most parents experience when worried about their child's safety and independence.
Anxiety
According to Dr. Oswald, "In the case of empty nest syndrome_____are just a short list of possible unhealthy thoughts.."
hopelessness, lack of purpose, and loneliness
What is suggested to do with your spouse, trusted friends of family members?
discussing your emotions and concerns
because an adult child moving out of home is seen as a normal, the grief of empty nest syndrome often goes _____.
unrecognized
Though it’s important to acknowledge the challenges of an empty nest, it’s also an opportunity for
parents to reconnect with their passions, friends and identities outside of child-rearing.
What does one feel like when living in a quiet home after their child leaves.
Deep sadness and loneliness (depression)
Researchers have also found that empty nesters who use digital technology to keep in touch with others reported fewer
depressive symptoms
If one child has moved out and you still have others living at home with you, plan for what?
The day that your last child moves out, when the "Nest is empty"
It’s important to understand that empty nest syndrome isn’t this
a clinical diagnosis or formal mental health condition
In order to get support for ENS you can do this
Join professional associations or hobby groups.
What happens between couples when readjusting to life without children?
marital conflict
Parents,especially those heavily involved in their children's lives can leave parents questioning ____.
Their purpose or identity
what can you plan on doing, after small changes were made in order to have less of a shock when your last child leaves?
implement your plans for an independent life with your spouse
Although ENS is often associated with married couples it is also found that these can also be affected
single parents and guardians
What's a big decision that you should put off until you've gotten support to fully adapt
selling up and moving to a smaller house
What is the main feeling a parent experiences for the loss of your former daily life and child-centric role.
Greif
What are the first 3 behaviors and emotions that Dr. Oswald stated?
hopelessness, lack of purpose, loneliness
While staying in touch and helping guide your children is important, Dr. Oswald cautions that parents shouldn’t ______.
look to their kids as a solution to their loneliness
Not all parents experience ENS, but it is important to take your relationships and mental health seriously, as social isolation can increase your risk of this
premature death, dementia, heart disease and stroke.
Opportunities to do new things that Dr. Oswald. suggested include
travel, time with grandchildren, celebrating the accomplishments and enjoying the adventures your children experience