A recent study indicates that an individual’s attachment style may affect how many children they have. In particular, people with “fearful” or “preoccupied” traits seem to have more children, while those who are securely attached opt for fewer.

A playful introduction calls out parents eager to solve all their children’s problems, only to reveal a tough reality: you cannot directly make your kids happy. This perspective encourages mothers and fathers to guide and nurture, rather than attempt to control a child’s emotions.