honeybee

Thank you for explaining NeuroTypical. It helps me understand. In our case there are no such behaviors thankfully. My best to you.

Stra8Shooter: Thank you. We do see a good psychologist as needed. However, one LDS doctor said question #6, in her mind, was only about legally reportable abusive behavior. Thus my question on this forum.

estradling 75: Thank you for your sensitive reply. We are the parents. Bishop and stake president have interviewed all parties, have encouraged at least some degree of reconcilation to the adult children, but they aren't interested and began avoiding leaders. We are following counsel to show love as opportunities arise, be ourselves, be patient. Grandchildren are forbidden to speak or have contact with us as well.

Neuro Typical: Thank you so much for your reply. Were her parents abusive either in childhood or adulthood? By this I don't mean typical parent blunders. I'm trying to understand, not argue in any way. How do you square this in you own minds and hearts with counsel on mercy, forgiveness, familial relationships, etc.

Details: some disgruntled feelings in a family which has come to adult children no longer speaking to parents, not even giving eye contact while passing in the halls at church, being excluded from all family functions including ordinances. Priesthood leaders are aware and don't know how to best help. This has gone on for four years. All the adult children hold callings of responsibility as do the parents.

President Kimball said sex is the main reason people divorce, even though they may not say that to anyone. You absolutely must do the things you said you aren't doing! They matter!!! And remember what she says to you!

Current bishops, stake presidents, or general Church leaders: What is your interpretation of question #6, "Is there anything in your conduct relating to members of your family that is not in harmony with the teachings of the Church?" Is it addressing only reportable abuse?

Just wondering how common it is in our culture for active, strong, temple worthy LDS parents to be shunned or seldom contacted by their active adult, temple worthy children.