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Wow @ ree-Xi's story. That's beyond heli-parenting - that story crosses the line into threatening behavior. Seriously. I'd keep my eye on that person.
Backbowlsgirl - hat's off to you for not holding it against your mom that she didn't let you get to where you are in life of your own accord. I don't think I could do that - I'm pretty sure I'd be somewhat resentful, actually.
My definition of a heli-parent: Someone who steps in and takes care of the kid's responsibilities instead of letting him/her do it him/herself. Someone who doesn't allow their child to make their own mistakes. Who doesn't allow their child to grow up.
College campuses are designed to help transition students from under-parents'-thumb to adulthood. The university administrators who are adjusting their practices to allow for heli-parenting are, imo, doing their students a huge disservice.
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