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The Economic Times
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Father smashes son’s laptop after CBSE Class 12 result, social media debates fear-based parenting

A viral Reddit post showing a shattered laptop on the floor has triggered widespread discussion on toxic parenting and academic pressure in India after a student claimed to have faced abuse following poor CBSE Class 12 examination results.

The student alleged that their father smashed the laptop, took away their room and bed, and forced them to sleep on the floor after the results were declared. The post drew strong reactions online, with several users expressing support and discussing the impact of fear-based parenting on students.

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