As most adults living at home with their parents know, it isn’t always easy.

Here’s how to do it in a way that’s mutually beneficial.

But 11 months and one prematurely cut apartment lease later, Im still here.

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Andbecause I think its worth repeatingI am endlessly grateful.

The pandemic has forced a staggering number of adults into my exact same situation.

Subconsciously, you think, Im in this house now, well how do I behave in this setting?

Two people’s legs touch under a table as they work on their laptops.

Dr. Seth Gillihan is a clinical psychologist and head of therapy for Bloom, a top cognitive-behavioral-therapy (CBT) self-therapy app.

Whether or not its real, theres a fear or perception of being scrutinized in some way.

Read on for his tips on how to do exactly that.

A psychologists tips for adults living at home

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If youre going to be there for a while, make the space work for you.

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Cooking dinner, doing your laundry, and cleaning up after yourself are all great ways to do that.

Be proactive with self care

No matter where youve spent the pandemic, self-care should be a non-negotiable.

Whenever things get tough, remember that.

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Dr. Seth Gillihan is a clinical psychologist and head of therapy for Bloom, a top cognitive-behavioral-therapy (CBT) self-therapy app.

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