Parenting is a rewarding journey, but when demands consistently outweigh resources, exhaustion sets in. Parental burnout is this profound state of physical, emotional, and mental depletion, distinct from typical stress. It manifests as overwhelming fatigue, emotional distancing from children, and a loss of personal accomplishment. This framework is used by therapists and researchers to identify at-risk parents, helping them seek recovery strategies and rebuild resilience, ultimately benefiting the entire family unit.
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