Parenting concerns in the U.S. 2012
When it comes to raising your child, how concerned are you about the the following issues?
The statistic shows data on issues, parents were concerned about when it came to raising their children in the United States as of December 2012. During a survey it was found that 19 percent of responding parents of children aged eight or younger were very concerned about their child's verbal skills.
When it comes to raising your child, how concerned are you about the the following issues?
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| My child's... | Very concerned | Somewhat concerned | Not too concerned | Not at all concerned | Not relevant for my child's age |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health and safety | 27% | 18% | 25% | 25% | 3% |
| Media use | 13% | 17% | 32% | 23% | 13% |
| Social and emotional skills | 21% | 18% | 25% | 31% | 5% |
| Literacy skills (reading and letters) | 20% | 12% | 22% | 30% | 14% |
| Math and science skills | 17% | 14% | 21% | 25% | 23% |
| Verbal skills (talking) | 19% | 10% | 23% | 43% | 5% |
| Child care experiences | 15% | 13% | 24% | 34% | 14% |
| Spirituality and religion | 14% | 11% | 26% | 33% | 14% |
| Extracurricular activities | 12% | 16% | 29% | 26% | 17% |
| Creativity and talent | 14% | 13% | 23% | 42% | 8% |
| Cultural awareness | 9% | 17% | 30% | 28% | 14% |
| Behavior | 21% | 17% | 28% | 28% | 4% |
| Performance in school | 20% | 12% | 19% | 25% | 23% |
| Fitness and nutrition | 19% | 21% | 24% | 29% | 6% |
| Sleep patterns | 13% | 17% | 26% | 40% | 3% |
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