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Navigating Toxic Achievement Culture
This chapter explores the harmful effects of a toxic achievement culture on children's mental health, particularly in high-achieving schools. It emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding of youth struggles, as well as the importance of valuing children for their inherent worth rather than their accomplishments. Additionally, it critiques modern parenting practices shaped by societal pressures and advocates for a holistic reevaluation of these expectations.