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Characteristics of Benign Neglect Benign neglect is essentially the opposite of being a helicopter parent, explains Boerke.
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Emily Shiffer, Parents, 17 Dec. 2024
Unlike a helicopter parent, a lighthouse parent allows their kids to make decisions and learn to deal with the consequences of their choices.
—Aditi Shrikant, CNBC, 11 Oct. 2024
On the spectrum of parenting styles, lighthouse parenting hovers right around the middle—not as involved as a helicopter parent, but not as hands-off as a free-range parent.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 20 Sep. 2024
If a helicopter parent is coupled with a free-range parent, the pair may benefit from working with a therapist or coach to create balance within the family.
—Caroline Silver, Parents, 17 Aug. 2023
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Emily Shiffer, Parents, 17 Dec. 2024
Unlike a helicopter parent, a lighthouse parent allows their kids to make decisions and learn to deal with the consequences of their choices.
—Aditi Shrikant, CNBC, 11 Oct. 2024
On the spectrum of parenting styles, lighthouse parenting hovers right around the middle—not as involved as a helicopter parent, but not as hands-off as a free-range parent.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 20 Sep. 2024
If a helicopter parent is coupled with a free-range parent, the pair may benefit from working with a therapist or coach to create balance within the family.
—Caroline Silver, Parents, 17 Aug. 2023
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“Helicopter parent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/helicopter%20parent. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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