Are you a "helicopter" parent?

April 14: Is a parent's job done when the child reaches age 18? 'Prevention' magazine's Liz Vaccariello talks about the delicate art of being a parent to children who¿ve reached adulthood.

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Are you a "helicopter" parent?: Today Show; April 14: Is a parent's job done when the child reaches age 18? 'Prevention' magazine's Liz Vaccariello talks about the delicate art of being a parent to children who¿ve reached adulthood.

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