A viral Reddit post has ignited a fierce debate on toxic parenting in India after a student claimed their father reacted violently to poor CBSE Class 12 results. The student alleged the father smashed their laptop, took away their room and bed, and forced them to sleep on the floor, while describing verbal, physical, mental, and emotional abuse. Commenters criticized fear-based approaches that intensify anxiety and shame, urging guidance and emotional support instead of punishment when marks disappoint.
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