Parents in middle adulthood can become depressed or otherwise struggle emotionally to adjust to a home without kids. This idea has become known as:

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Empty nest syndrome refers to feelings of sadness, depression, or loss that parents may experience when their children leave home, typically for college, marriage, or other reasons. It's a common emotional phase for parents adjusting to an "empty nest."

Parents in Middle Adulthood Can Become Depressed or Otherwise Struggle