My Teens Don't Use Social Media, But Even They Can't Escape The Pressure Of Perfectionism

Opinion contributor, USA Today: Opinion
Wed, 05/22/2019 - 3:00am

My teenagers face a constant stream of information and a culture encouraging them to never unplug. No wonder our kids are under pressure.

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