The book 'BAD THERAPY: Why the Kids Aren’t Growing Up' hit #1 in all books on Amazon, with mentions from notable figures like Elon Musk. It explores the impact mental health professionals and parenting experts have on Gen Z.
The book received rave reviews from various publications like the Financial Times, New York Post, and Free Press, praising its critique on the mental health system and its impact on children and adolescents.
Abigail Shrier's writing in 'BAD THERAPY' is described as compelling, grounded in meticulous research, and thought-provoking by reviewers from The Irish Independent, The Federalist, and other sources.
Contemporary parenting has put pressure on parents to constantly engage and please their children, straying away from traditional parenting styles.
Gen X parents, influenced by their own upbringing, turned to expert advice and adopted a more gentle and involved approach, causing unintended negative consequences.
The shift towards 'gentle parenting' has led to parents avoiding traditional discipline methods, often resulting in children lacking resilience, emotional regulation, and respect for boundaries.