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Impact of Sociological Changes on Parenting and Childhood
The sociological changes over the years have significantly impacted parenting and childhood. With the decrease in family sizes and increase in working moms, there is a lack of neighborhood supervision and community trust. This has led to parents spending more time with fewer children and a shift towards intense focus on college preparation instead of free play. The shift in societal norms has created a scenario where parents feel pressured to be constantly present and engaged with their children, which contrasts with the more independent childhood of previous generations.
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