PARENTAL PRESSURE
This arises from an undeniable and good intended place of concern for the child and his or her future.
Sometimes, parents tend to pin their unfulfilled dreams on their children and thus unknowingly force them to pursue careers and decisions they might not want to do or do not have the ability for.
Parental beliefs, decisions, choices, etc. impact children the most as they are the first socializing agents in their lives. Because of this any pressure or too much possessiveness or protectiveness towards them can result in emotional trauma in unseen ways and can take years for healing.
This can lead to so many consequences such as:-
Many children develop eating disorders.
Withdrawal from close relationships like family and friends.
Being anxious too often.
Self doubt and low self-esteem.
Losing interest in things they previously enjoyed.
Sleep deprivation.
Stress and anxiety.
Start hiding their emotions.
Physical symptoms such as headache, diarrhea and stomach aches, etc.
Reasons for parental pressure can be the same but ways can be different such as:-
Comparing them.
Putting their values or opinions down on various matters.
Not paying attention to their point of view
Restricting their actions.
Judging their decisions.
As parents it's their responsibility to help the child feel secure mentally and emotionally, resulting in the development of their self-confidence and worth.
What parents can do?
regularly interact with the child
engage with them in a friendly relationship
encourage them to follow their passion
never compare them
consider their opinions too while taking decisions
keep their back even when they're not feeling good about themselves
motivate them to take decisions confidently and support them throughout.