Welcome to the 99parent podcast, where we explore the challenges of modern parenting. Today's episode, based on the teachings of Alfred Adler, examines how childhood dependence may be a root cause of anxiety and other issues in kids. The podcast host, a parent not a trained psychologist, identifies factors in today's environment like overparenting, the demanding school system, consumerism, and excessive digital entertainment as contributors to this dependence. These influences can prevent children from developing self-reliance, leading to feelings of inadequacy and increased anxiety. The episode encourages parents to reflect on their children's and their own dependence and consider how these factors might be playing a role.

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