Parents’ roles have been significantly diminished in today’s society. Their authority has been displaced and, in many cases, replaced by the empowerment of children. Yet children need their parents to take the lead—to instill values, teach beliefs, and shield them from a world overflowing with overwhelming and often inappropriate content and choices. This power dynamic, where parents guide and children follow, defines healthy parenting.
However, we now live in a world where this structure has been upended. Parents are no longer the primary authority in their children’s lives—teachers, social media influencers, and even psychiatrists have stepped into roles once reserved for families. Schools now take on responsibilities beyond academics, shaping children’s social development and managing behavioral issues. Social media influencers, many unqualified to provide meaningful guidance, shape young minds on…
