Are single parents more stressed?

Last updated on March 16th, 2024 at 04:12 pm

There’s no denying that being a single parent is tough. Not only do you have to deal with the everyday challenges of raising a family, but you also have to do it all on your own.

It’s no wonder, then, that single parents are more likely to experience stress than those who are part of a two-parent household. In fact, a recent study found that single parents are more than twice as likely to report high levels of stress as their married counterparts.

There are a number of factors that can contribute to the stress of being a single parent. For one, you likely have less help and support than if you were married. This can make it harder to manage day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.

Additionally, financial stress is often a reality for single parents. With only one income to support a family, it can be difficult to make ends meet.

If you’re a single parent, it’s important to make self-care a priority. Taking care of yourself physically and emotionally will help you to better manage the stress of single parenting.

According to a survey by the Pew Research Center, single parents are more likely than parents in two-parent households to say they are “very stressed.” In fact, nearly half of single parents say they are stressed all or most of the time, compared to just over a third of parents in two-parent households.

There are a number of factors that can contribute to this stress. For one, single parents often have less financial resources than parents in two-parent households. They may also have less social support, since they have to do everything on their own. And, of course, parenting is a demanding job even under the best of circumstances.

So it’s no wonder that single parents are more likely to report high levels of stress. If you’re a single parent, it’s important to find ways to manage your stress and take care of yourself. Otherwise, it can take a toll on your health and well-being.