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What advice is out there for dealing with this situation?

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Perhaps I was not clear on my part of the equation. I never was that great of a wordsmith.

Just to clarify, not only am I looking for advice on how to help my mother "cope" with an independent son, but also how I can "deal" with a clingy mother. I hope that helps.

On a side note, why is your initial reply so seemingly hostile or am I reading your text incorrectly?