Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota
Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota
85 - Allyson Harrison: How Snowplow Parenting is Creating Snowflake Young People
85 - Allyson Harrison: How Snowplow Parenting is Creating Snowflake Young People
85 - Allyson Harrison: How Snowplow Parenting is Creating Snowflake Young People
Thursday 27th May 2021
Allyson Harrison joins Dr. Marcia Sirota on Ruthless Compassion to discuss how snowplow parenting affects young adults' mental health and resilience.
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Get the buttons here!Snowplow Parenting: Allyson Harrison's Take on Raising Resilient Kids
The more you snowplow your children, the more they're going to become snowflakes to accommodate.
Ever wondered if your parenting style might be holding your kids back? In this episode of 'Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota', clinical psychologist Allyson Harrison dives into the world of snowplow parenting and its far-reaching effects on young adults. As the clinical director at Queen's University's Regional Assessment & Resource Centre, Harrison has a front-row seat to the rising tide of anxiety, depression, and self-harm among teenagers and young adults.
She argues that overprotective parenting, which clears every obstacle from a child's path, is a major culprit. This approach leaves young people ill-equipped to handle adversity and self-regulate their emotions. The conversation isn't just about pointing fingers, though. Harrison and Dr. Sirota explore practical solutions, from encouraging outdoor play to setting healthy boundaries with technology. They also discuss the challenges of disability accommodations, academic cheating, and navigating authority in the workplace.
It's a call to action for parents to reflect on their methods and consider how they can foster independence and resilience in their children. If you're curious about how to strike the right balance between support and overprotection, this episode offers valuable insights. Tune in to hear Harrison's expert advice and learn how small changes in your parenting approach can make a big difference in your child's ability to thrive.