helicopter parent

helicopter parent

noun.  a parent who pays extremely close attention to their children; overprotects them;  "hovering" over them like a helicopter 

"Studies have shown that kids of helicopter parents are more likely to feel less competent, be less independent, and report lower levels of both self-worth and life satisfaction."

"Helicopter parents are afraid to let their children fail, so they never learn resilience."

"This is the behavior of an overindulged generation, raised by helicopter parents and lacking in resilience."