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For many working parents, summer brings more stress than sunshine.
According to research from the 2025 Bright Horizons Modern Family Index, the seasonal shift in their children’s schedules has a significant impact on parents’ ability to focus at work. The survey found that 76% of working parents say their level of job focus is directly tied to how reliable their children’s summer plans are. In fact, 87% reported facing disruptions or challenges while their children are home for the summer.
Alyssa Place is the editor-in-chief of Employee Benefit News and has been with the team since 2019. Her work covers mental health, DEI, women at work, financial wellness, retirement and workplace … Read full bio
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