PREMIUM Fears middle-class parenting is leaving college students without essential life skills Concerns that middle class parenting is leaving college students without essential life skills. Life & Style 6 min ago Listen

After years of doing things for them, parents suddenly have to step back and watch their young adults struggle with everyday responsibilities.

Article Related A child can leave home armed with good grades, a university admission letter and everything they need for campus life, yet still struggle with simple things like cooking a simple meal, washing their clothes or managing their monthly allowance.