Thursday 30 August 2018

Overcoming Failure To Launch Anxiety

By Jerry Thompson


Adulthood is something that everyone has to go through when they start reaching the age of 18 onward which is a rather challenging stage in life. Nowadays, it is actually quite common because life has become more fast paced and therefore a bit more stressful for the next generation. Because of the pressures for young adults these days, it is no wonder that most end up with failure to launch anxiety.

This is also known as FTL syndrome and happens to almost everyone who reaches the age range. This is the age range that people have to start being independent and try to survive in the real world, which is why it is quite understandable if one would feel pretty pressured to do well. Unfortunately, most of the younger generations were not equipped properly which is why they get FTL syndrome in the first place.

While the parents are given the obligation to equip their children, they cannot be fully blamed. Most baby boomers grew up in a time wherein they had to work really hard to get the bread, which is why they became so strong in the first place. However, they usually do not want their children to experience the same growing pains which is why they choose to provide everything instead.

While the intention is quite pure, the result is that the next generation of young adults are not as strong mentally and emotionally. One reason would be because they live in a time where they are always used to getting what they want instantly. They will eventually be lead into a world wherein they cannot get everything right away and that they have to work for certain things.

Because their attitudes are geared toward instant gratification, they avoid problems if ever they cannot solve them easily. Of course, ignoring problems also has its own set of consequences.If one ignores his or her problems instead of facing them head on, then these problems may make him or her more anxious, that of which could lead to depression.

So the big question here is how to overcome FTL syndrome or anxiety issues. Well, it is important to recognize this as an actual mental health issue that has to be addressed. With that in mind, probably some counselling is needed by an actual counselor or therapist.

Aside from seeing a professional, one must have full support from family and friends. With regard to parents, parents must always ensure that they have an open communication with their children so that they know exactly what their children feel. It is also important for parents to never criticize failure. Failure should in fact, be encouraged provided the individual learns from it.

FTL syndrome is an actual syndrome that can really affect any young adult if not properly addressed. At the end of the day, the child has to grow up and turn into a young adult already. If he or she is not readily equipped with the right mindset, then he or she will definitely be at big risk of developing FTL syndrome.




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