From Latchkey Kids to Helicopter Parents: What Went Wrong?

Описание: Why did the generation raised on garden hose water and total independence become the most hyper-vigilant parents in history?

In this video, we explore the paradoxical shift from the "Latchkey Kid" of the 70s and 80s to the GPS-tracking "Helicopter Parent" of 2026. Is our obsession with digital surveillance and constant involvement just a natural evolution, or is it a collective trauma response to the "benign neglect" we experienced as children?

We’re diving into the "Wellbeing Formula," the reality of the Sandwich Generation, and why 1.4 million parents in the UK are feeling the mid-life burnout of trying to raise "perfect" kids in an imperfect world.

In this video, you’ll learn:

The psychological link between childhood neglect and intensive parenting.

Why Gen X traded the "Streetlight Rule" for 24/7 digital tracking.

The impact of "FedEx Expectations" on Gen Z's mental health.

How to find the balance between safety and independence in 2026.

Are you a Gen X parent feeling the burn? Let me know your thoughts in the comments—do you think we’ve overcorrected?

⏳ Timestamps:
00:00 – The "I Blame the Parents" Paradox
01:15 – Latchkey Nostalgia vs. Benign Neglect
03:05 – Why Gen X Became Helicopter Parents
05:20 – Digital Surveillance: The New Digital Leash
08:45 – The Wellbeing Formula: Why Gen Z is Struggling
11:30 – Surviving the Sandwich Generation (UK Stats)
13:50 – Breaking the Cycle: Finding the Middle Ground

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