Excess overprotection has been disastrous for kids’ mental health. As independence has gone down, anxiety has gone up.
Blake Moore: “Excess overprotection has been disastrous for kids’ mental health. As independence has gone down, anxiety has gone up.”
On the recordMay 28, 2026
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Addressing the negative effects of overprotection on children.
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