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Parenting in the USA: Concerns, Styles, and Trends Parents   in the United States face numerous challenges and concerns when raising their children. According to a Pew Research Center survey, mental healthconcerns top the list of parental worries, with 40% of parents extremely or very worried about their children struggling with anxiety or depression. Other significant concerns include bullying, physical safety, and drug abuse ¹. Parental Concerns –   *Mental Health*: 40% of parents worry about anxiety or depression in their children – *Bullying*: 35% of parents are concerned about their children being bullied – *Physical Safety*: Lower-income and Hispanic parents are more likely to worry about physical safety – *Internet Safety*:

70% of parents consider the internet a primary safety concern for their children, citing risks such as online predators, cyberbullying, and data security issues ¹ ² Parenting Styles – *Overprotective*: 45% of parents describe themselves as overprotective, while 20% say they give too much freedom – *Praise vs. Criticism*: 26% of parents tend to praise their children too much, while 20% criticize them too much – *Raising Children Differently*: 44% of parents try to raise their children differently from how they were raised, while 43% aim to raise them similarly Goals for Children – *Financial Independence*: 90% of parents prioritize financial independence for their children – *Career Satisfaction*: 85% of parents want their children to have jobs or careers they enjoy – *Honesty and Ethics*: 66% of parents consider honesty and ethics essential traits for their children – *College Education*: 41% of parents believe earning a college degree is extremely or very important Demographic Differences – *Mothers vs. Fathers*: Mothers are more likely to worry about their children’s mental health and safety, while fathers are more likely to feel judged by their spouse or partner for their parenting – *Income and Education*: Parents with higher incomes and education levels tend to prioritize different goals and values for their children – *Racial and Ethnic Differences*: Black and Hispanic parents are more likely to prioritize religious beliefs and financial stability, while Asian parents place greater emphasis on education and career success ¹ By understanding these trends and concerns, we can better support parents in the USA and help them navigate the challenges of raising their children.