parental stress
[pəˈrentəl stres]
noun
estresse parental
1. psychological and emotional tension experienced by parents or guardians due to the demands, responsibilities, and challenges of raising children
Parental stress can affect both mental health and the quality of parent-child relationships.
O estresse parental pode afetar tanto a saúde mental quanto a qualidade do relacionamento entre pais e filhos.
2. strain resulting from balancing childcare, work, finances, and personal needs while meeting children's developmental and emotional needs
Many parents experience increased parental stress during the transition to remote schooling.
Muitos pais experimentam aumento do estresse parental durante a transição para o ensino remoto.
In both Brazilian and North American cultures, parental stress has become increasingly recognized as a legitimate mental health concern. Brazilian society traditionally emphasizes family values and extended family support, which can mitigate stress, while in the USA, individualism and dual-income households often intensify parental stress. The term has gained prominence in healthcare, education, and psychological research discussions in both countries, particularly post-pandemic.
Related Idioms & Phrases
at the end of one's rope (about parenting)
burning the candle at both ends (managing parental duties)
pulling one's hair out (expressing parental frustration)
estar no limite (Brazilian: being at one's limit)
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