In this insightful conversation, Dr. Roma Kumar delves into the evolving journey of parenting, exploring how the role of parents shifts as children grow into adults. She discusses attachment styles from John Bowlby’s theory, highlighting their impact on emotional development and parent-child relationships.
Addressing the complexities of discipline, misbehavior, and decision-making, she examines how parental influence shapes a child’s locus of control and independence. The discussion also covers parenting styles, including helicopter parenting, and the long-term effects of generational trauma and emotional abuse. In the Indian context, she sheds light on the shift from joint to nuclear families, the societal preference for sons, and the immense pressure of competition on children.
She also explores the emotional void parents face with #Emptynestsyndrome and how children can develop empathy toward their parents, understanding that they too are navigating this journey for the first time. Offering practical insights, Dr. Roma Kumar shares valuable advice on fostering healthy, balanced, and emotionally aware parenting, helping parents create a nurturing space while allowing children the freedom to grow.
Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:01 "Parenting" and Role of Parents
06:08 Parenting Types
08:56 Research on Indian Parents
11:17 Indian Parents "TOXIC"?
15:21 The Right Way of Parenting
20:40 Generational Trauma
22:20 Bonding with Parents
26:05 Social Media and Social Circle
32:59 Empty Nest Syndrome
33:57 Post COVID and Childhood Trauma
37:02 Empathy for Parents
39:19 Closing Remarks
#HealIT is a video series dedicated to educate and disseminate information about Mental Health and its importance in today's world. By brining experts from diverse backgrounds, we aim to deliver information which can help our young generation to know more about themselves mentally and keep moving forward in their lives.
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