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Are you a helicopter parent? Get help!
The term “helicopter parent” came into vogue a few years ago among college administrators to define the growing trend of parents who seem just a bit too involved in their child’s day-to-day lives at school.  Find out if you're a helicopter parent and find tips to learn to let go. Full story
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