Nancy McDermott

Nancy McDermott, author and parenting culture expert, discusses the alarming effects of modern parenting styles on children's resilience. She reveals how the shift from communal to individualistic parenting since the 1970s has left both parents and kids in a cycle of fear and disappointment. From the struggles of gentle parenting to the erosion of parental authority in schools, McDermott critiques the need for balance between protection and real-life challenges. Her insights urge a reevaluation of how we nurture the next generation.