When I suddenly realized, in my junior year of college, that I would never graduate with my intended major, I consulted my parents and school academic counselor for advice. So glad I did that! I was able to graduate on time with a great plan in place in a major that worked/did the trick of graduating from college. I have fulfilled my academic dreams but not with the major that I first anticipated. Parents can add insight and support in many case. But from what I read here on CC, many families do not have such a supportive and respectful dynamic. It goes both ways- parents and children.