50. Helicopter Parents

Author: Roger K. McFillin, Psy.D., ABPP
Published: Thu 25 Aug 2022
Episode Link: https://radicallygenuinepodcast.transistor.fm/50

In the past 25 years we have witnessed the rise of a new parenting style commonly referred to as “helicopter parenting”. These overprotective and over-involved parents intervene to protect their children from experiencing natural consequences and in turn impede autonomy. Kelly and Roger explore the rise of this cultural phenomenon and its impact on mental health.

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

6:30 - Parental style and impact on Emotional well being

12:30 - Locke et al. study 2012 Overprotective Parents

14:20 - Economic roots of helicopter parenting

28:00 - Parental traits associated with over-parenting

36:45 - USA Today Video Clip