It is simply impossible for parents to claim a non-disabled dependent adult child over age 24 earning that amount of money.

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They are totally dependent upon adult humans for constant, continual support just to live.

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Be aware, however, that until 2014, some group plans don't have to offer dependent coverage up to age 26 if a young adult can get insurance through work.

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My colleagues knew what was going on and encouraged me to talk to my dad again, this time as a strong adult woman who was succeeding in a career and no longer financially dependent on my parents.

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Over the coming years, the pressure on the welfare dependent to find a job will be matched by expanded programs to provide adult apprenticeships and training as well as to match people with work.

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The chances of a son going to reproduce were dependent on whether he actually made it to adulthood at all, and on whether, once adult, he had sufficient qualities to make him an attractive proposition.

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