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Opinion: Nothing Compares to Empty Nest Syndrome

Jul 27th 2010 – 5:00AM
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(July 27) -- Mortarboards have been thrown, transcripts sent, dorm walls measured, orientation trips planned. All set. Good to go. Congrats on the success, good luck on the next chapter and, woo-hoo, we just couldn't be prouder. It's time to let go and launch the child and all I know is ... my very cool roommate is moving...

Background on empty nest syndrome

Empty nest syndrome is a general feeling of grief and loneliness parents or guardians may feel when their children leave home.

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