Fear is the primary enemy of becoming an adult. Psychological defenses that are limiting, and to some extent dysfunctional, are strengthened and intensified when people become anxious. Yet anxiety ...

Surprisingly, it has little to do with how early you learn the alphabet, start reading, or learn the capitals of every state. A couple of weeks ago, I was having lunch at my favorite Chinese ...

Becoming an adult isn’t easy. Young adults have to take on so much so quickly. Here’s a list, each with a suggestion that might make it easier. Retaining motivation regarding work and recreation This ...

I took a lot of classes at college, but never one in how to become an adult. That I had to learn on my own. Apparently, I was born at the wrong time. Several universities, including Michigan State, ...

DEAR ABBY: I will turn 18 in six months. I know I should be happy, but to be completely honest with you, I’m scared to become an adult. I don’t feel I’m ready to grow up and leave my childhood behind.

I took a lot of classes at college, but never one in how to become an adult. That I had to learn on my own. Apparently, I was born at the wrong time. Several universities, including Michigan State, ...