Predictably, sparks will fly, and ratings will grow.

“What Ethan’s parents think should not influence the choices they make as a couple.”

“Establishing boundaries is crucial in the adult child-parent relationship,” she added.

Ethan and Olivia Plath

Because Ethan never addressed this head-on earlier, their conflicts are coming to a head, according to Bronstein.

This isn’t something that the Plaths can just sweep under the rug, Bronstein added.

“No one ends up being happy when there is this level of tension in a relationship.”

marriage difficulties

“It seems like Ethan’s parents are not being very mature,” she commented.

“It’s a big deal that Ethan’s parents are ignoring Olivia at Walmart.

No one likes to be ignored, especially if it’s a family member.”

Barry and Kim Plath

Seeing eye to eye, though, might require some professional intervention.