<p>I would like to suggest to the parents of HS Seniors and/or College Freshman a wonderful book titled: Don't Tell Me What To Do, Just Send Money</p>
<p>My daughter just finished her freshman year and I swear I only survived through the advice I received from this book. Parenting children and parenting almost adult children are so different. The wonderful child you raised can quickly become a surly young adult once she (he) has left the nest. Coming home that first time at Christmas is an eye-opener for sure; sleep habits have changed, they aren't used to checking in or having anyone ask where they are going and when they will be home. I would consider this a wise investment (under $12) and akin to a "Dr. Spock" for the late teen years. </p>
<p>I honestly wish I'd found it prior to the start of college but I am not exaggerating when I say that it profoundly changed our relationship when I was "given permission" to let her screw up :)</p>
<p>Cheers!</p>