Being involved in your child’s life is one thing, but being involved in everything can lead to unintended consequences. Some parents mistake constant supervision, decision-making, and monitoring for support.A 2025 study tracking 800 young adults found those raised by highly controlling parents reported lower self-determination, higher social anxiety, and greater fear of intimacy in adulthood.
Developmental psychologist Tronick’s research (which we mentioned earlier) found children in healthy relationships are mismatched with their caregiver around 70% of the time, and the recovery from that mismatch is what builds resilience. Children need the experience of managing small difficulties, not just being protected from them.
Developmental psychologist Tronick’s research (which we mentioned earlier) found children in healthy relationships are mismatched with their caregiver around 70% of the time, and the recovery from that mismatch is what builds resilience. Children need the experience of managing small difficulties, not just being protected from them.
