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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helicopter_parent https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helicopter_parent "Helicopter parents are so named because, like helicopters, the
by golemotron 5y ago
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helicopter_parent https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helicopter_parent
"Helicopter parents are so named because, like helicopters, they "hover overhead", overseeing every aspect of their child's life constantly.[1][2] A helicopter parent is also known to strictly supervise their children in all aspects of their lives, including in social interactions."
"study from the University of Florida found that helicopter parenting was associated with more emotional problems, struggles with decision-making and worse academic performance in a group of 500 students"
- Sharlin 5y agoFalse dichotomy. There's a fucking gradient there between helicoptering and total lack of rules and boundaries. Plus helicopter parenting is often the opposite of having boundaries anyway!