Today's parents: 'Exhausted, burned out, and perpetually behind'
Briefly

In his recent advisory, the U.S. surgeon general highlighted that modern parenting has become overwhelmingly stressful, reflecting deep concerns about child-rearing in today’s society.
Today's parents face unprecedented pressure to ensure their children are provided with every possible advantage to thrive in a competitive economy, sometimes leading to profound stress.
Intensive parenting requires parents to meticulously cultivate their children's skills, leaving little time for rest, which contributes to the growing mental health concerns among parents.
Research indicates that while affluent families can more easily afford enriching activities for their children, the stress of high parenting expectations is felt across all socio-economic classes.
Read at Boston.com
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