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Does anyone think that childhood has gotten too long? And by that I mean what society considers acceptable.

It wasn't too long ago when America was colonies, at 14 you were assigned a trade and left home to go learn as an apprentice. By 18 you were a master and had your own shop, home, and most likely kids. Hell, the 40s and 50s weren't that long ago and by the end of high school you were out with a job and getting married setting up a home.

What has changed?

Is it just that it takes longer to 'grow up' due to college being considered 'normal'? Add on a few years to get a career started and welcome to 40. Is this driving kids being at home in their late 20s at this point?