Protecting Children From the Effects of Parental Burnout
Psychology Today | 05.10.2026 04:56
Becoming a parent is one of the most precious, rewarding experiences in life. It can also be both exhilarating and terrifying for new parents who feel overwhelmed and undersupported. Many are juggling childcare with jobs, other family responsibilities, errands, and making ends meet. In some cases, due to their circumstances, parents may be uniquely susceptible to negative parenting practices leading to dysfunctional relationships with children. Research explains.