The newly released advisory by the US Surgeon General found that 41% of US parents are so stressed that they can't function. This alarming statistic highlights the overwhelming nature of parenting today, compounded by pandemic pressures and economic instability.
A survey for the UN found that in the UK, 49% of parents with children under four felt overwhelmed often. The significant emotional toll of parenting, especially amid financial constraints, underlines the urgent need for support and intervention.
Despite the existing crisis, governments in the US and UK show little inclination to provide subsidies for childcare, which could make a significant difference in reducing parental stress and keeping parents in the workforce.
The greatest stressor for UK parents is financial instability, with many families adversely affected by the cost of living crisis. As a result, stark economic choices are becoming increasingly common, contributing to the feeling of being overwhelmed.
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