Not Daddy’s Princess Anymore

Though parents never discriminate between kids, they have their favorites. But are kids able to detect that? A Purdue University and Iowa State study reveal that we are not always precise in detecting signs of disapproval from one or both parents, with a mere 40% accuracy rate.

The study further highlights that feeling like the most disappointing child can significantly contribute to depression, second only to physical health. The sentiment of being unfavorably treated by parents may intensify as one grows older. Nevertheless, this t-shirt slogan suggests that it is possible to find ways to cope with such a reality. Teenagers take note!