Parents who shout "don't cry, be strong" are raising more anxious adultss
Psychologists warn that telling children to suppress their emotions by saying 'don't cry, be strong' can lead to increased anxiety in adulthood. Instead, experts suggest that parents should help children identify and process their feelings to build genuine emotional resilience.
Why it matters
This highlights a shift in parenting paradigms, emphasizing emotional intelligence over traditional stoicism to improve long-term mental health outcomes.
Psychology says parents who shout "don t cry, be strong" are actually raising more anxious adults: Here s what to say instead | - The Times of India
The article reports on psychological consensus and parenting advice without political or ideological slant.
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