Psychologists Say These Everyday Parenting Attitudes Can Quietly Affect a Child’s Happiness

Parenting attitudes significantly impact children's happiness. Psychologists highlight nine common approaches that can lead to unhappiness. These include rushing emotions, focusing only on results, overprotection, and using guilt. Inconsistency, avoiding tough talks, comparisons, and excessive control also play a role. The research emphasizes that awareness and empathy are key for parents to foster emotional security in their children.