The Overscheduling Dilemma

This chapter discusses a Toronto mother's struggle with her daughter's busy schedule of extracurricular activities and the impact it has on their well-being. It highlights the pressures parents face to keep their children engaged, linking overscheduling to increased anxiety and depression. The chapter advocates for a balanced approach, emphasizing the importance of downtime and the benefits of less structured, socially oriented engagements for children’s development.