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Psychologist's Viral Video on Shopping Cart Etiquette Sparks Heated Debate

Dr. Leslie Dobson's stance on not returning shopping carts for safety reasons divides internet users, raising questions about parenting and social norms.

  • Leslie Dobson's TikTok video, viewed over 11 million times, explains her decision to not return shopping carts when shopping with her children.
  • The video ignited strong reactions, with some calling her 'lazy' and 'entitled,' while others supported her concerns for safety.
  • Dobson cited statistics on child abductions in parking lots to justify her stance, emphasizing the importance of trusting one's intuition.
  • Critics referenced the 'shopping cart theory,' which suggests that returning carts is a measure of one's moral character.
  • Dobson clarified that she does return carts when she feels safe and when her children are not with her.
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