Parents, are you worried about burnout? Here are 3 red flags to watch out for
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While the work of raising little humans has never been easy, being a parent in today's world is especially anxiety-inducing.
In addition to juggling work, child care and the household, parents are worried about social media, school shootings and the growing children's mental health crisis, according to the U.S. Surgeon General's 2024 advisory .
And parents are feeling the strain. According to a 2023 survey of more than 3,000 U.S. adults from the American Psychological Association, 48% of parents reported that most days, their stress is "completely overwhelming."
Parents can prevent this daily pressure from escalating into burnout by spotting its signs — and finding solutions to help cope. Here are three red flags to look out for.
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🚩Red flag No. 1: You're so stressed and exhausted that you can't enjoy family time.
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