Can we make kids more anxious by being too protective? If kids are statistically safer than ever, why does it feel so hard to keep our kids safe?

Psychologist Dr. Camilo Ortiz explains how such overparenting can be counterproductive for kids, and how to take a step back. Dr. Ortiz is the developer of "Independence Therapy," a new treatment for child anxiety.

Margaret and Dr. Ortiz discuss:

-why kids today have less freedom

-how less freedom contributes to anxiety in kids

-how the definition of "good parenting" has changed over the years

Here's where you can find Dr. Ortiz:

-X: @DrCamiloOrtiz

-https://drcamiloortiz.squarespace.com/

-Dr. Camilo Ortiz and Lenore Skenazy for the NYT: "This Simple Fix Could Help Anxious Kids"

-Listen to our Fresh Take with Lenore Skenazy

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