The phrase 'passenger parent' refers to a dynamic where one parent—often the father—is physically present but fails to actively participate in child-rearing duties or major decisions. Public health specialist Norma Barrett introduced this term. Over time, this imbalance, where one person acts as the driver and the other as a passenger, often leads to feelings of frustration, emotional detachment, and burnout for the parent carrying the bulk of the responsibilities.
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