The Broken Bond: When Children Leave Their Parents Behind in Western Societies In many Western countries, there is a growing crisis in the family system— the weakening relationship between parents and their children . As children grow into adulthood, they often choose independence over connection, and in many cases, they completely distance themselves from their parents. This trend raises serious questions about family values, responsibility, and compassion in modern societies. The Culture of Individualism One of the root causes of this disconnection is the culture of individualism that dominates Western thought. From a young age, children are taught to prioritize personal freedom, success, and self-fulfillment—even if it comes at the cost of family ties. While independence is important, this excessive focus on the self has led to a lack of emotional responsibility toward aging parents. Legal Rights vs. Moral Duties In Western law, adult children are often not legally obligat...