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Inflation, Mental Health, Jobs. Why are U.S. Parents so Stressed?

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American adults believe the cost associated with raising a family is the biggest challenge facing American families overall, with concerns about technology, including social media and video games, tied with “high work demands and parental stress” for second place.

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