helicopter parenting

"Helicopter parenting" is a term used to describe a parenting style where parents excessively hover over and closely supervise their children, often interfering in their activities and decision-making process. Helicopter parents are known for constantly monitoring their children's lives, actions, and experiences, typically to protect them from potential harm or failure. This style of parenting is characterized by an overprotective and intrusive nature, frequently being involved in every aspect of their child's life, regardless of age or level of independence.