Helicopter Parenting: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

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The one to whom nothing was refused, whose tears were always wiped away by an anxious mother, will not abide being offended. ― Seneca

Helicopter parenting is a term that refers to the practice of overparenting or overprotecting children. This parenting style involves hovering over children, constantly monitoring their activities, and being overly involved in their lives…

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Donna L Roberts, PhD (Psych Pstuff)
Psych Pstuff

Writer and university professor researching the human condition, generational studies, human and animal rights, and the intersection of art and psychology