Hurried Child Syndrome
Let Kids be Kids
What is it?
Hurried Child Syndrome is when kids are forced to act like mini adults. They are put in a lot of clubs and are super busy. They are attached to technology and have no time to act like kids.
Examples
Technology
Kids are using technology at younger ages. This is making them not play outside and use their creativity.
Makeup
Girls are trying to grow up to soon. They are wearing makeup and dressing in clothes meant for older women.
School
Parents and schools are making younger kids learn more. They have no time to play as kids anymore.
Whats the problem?
Hurried Child Syndrome makes kids stressed. This leads to problems. It causes young people to kill themselves. They can't handle acting like adults because they are meant to act like kids.
5000 teenagers commit suicide each year
How to fix it
Don't expect too much out of your child. Expect them to act like kids and not adults. Say no to things that kids want that are age inappropriate.