Originally Posted by Dude
Originally Posted by Old Dad
You're right, I would have, however, if one has a son / daughter in college "stepping in" is rarely workable....which is why the discussions I described are necessary, to help them make wise decisions on their own.

The child in question here is still 15 and would be living at home, so "stepping in" remains a viable option. Parental rights/responsibilities end at 18, not graduation.

Parental responsibilities never end in my mind anyway, perhaps others more easily dismiss them. Parents aren't always around to step in, even at 15, if you think otherwise you live in a different world than I. The goal as a parent of course is to raise your children to think on their own.