Parents’ wellbeing declared a ‘critical health priority’ as stressors such as finances and child safety plague parents
If you’re a stressed parent, you’re not alone. According to a new surgeon general advisory released on Wednesday, parents have been more likely to report high levels of stress over the last decade than adults without children.
“The work of parenting is essential not only for the health of children but also for the health of society,” writes the US surgeon general, Dr Vivek Murthy, himself a 47-year-old father of two. “We know that the wellbeing of parents and caregivers is directly linked to the wellbeing of their children.”
Continue reading… Parents’ wellbeing declared a ‘critical health priority’ as stressors such as finances and child safety plague parentsIf you’re a stressed parent, you’re not alone. According to a new surgeon general advisory released on Wednesday, parents have been more likely to report high levels of stress over the last decade than adults without children.“The work of parenting is essential not only for the health of children but also for the health of society,” writes the US surgeon general, Dr Vivek Murthy, himself a 47-year-old father of two. “We know that the wellbeing of parents and caregivers is directly linked to the wellbeing of their children.” Continue reading… Parents and parenting, Family, Well actually, Life and style, US news, Children, Mental health, Health
