I think the truth is somewhere in the middle. Some reduction is probably because of changes in protective styles of parents. But I think that the reduction of d

I think the truth is somewhere in the middle. Some reduction is probably because of changes in protective styles of parents. But I think that the reduction of deaths due to car accidents is primarily driven by safety standards and better cars/roads. While the reduction in drowning is probably closer linked to parenting style. But also this is probably related to regulation. I think what's most annoying about overprotection is not when people demand that the child should use a flotation vest while on a boat, but when they demand that other kids shouldn't be allowed to bring peanuts to school, because their kids have anxiety about nuts after a minor allergic reaction earlier in life (actual case I had).