Surgeon General Report Highlights Crisis of Parental Stress

New advisory acknowledges the overwhelming pressures faced by parents and calls for systemic support.

The U.S. Surgeon General's report, 'Parents Under Pressure,' officially recognizes the severe stress experienced by parents.
Factors contributing to parental stress include lack of universal childcare, inadequate mental health care, and insufficient paid family leave.
The report highlights how societal pressures, such as unrealistic expectations and safety concerns, exacerbate parental burnout.
Black and brown parents face additional stressors related to racism and discrimination, impacting their mental and physical well-being.
The advisory calls for a cultural shift towards collective responsibility in child-rearing and better structural support for parents.