The Basque Government will promote measures to prevent and reduce stress in families

The report identifies several internal factors related to stress in families, such as accumulated fatigue, mental and emotional overload, unequal sharing of tasks and care, pressure to "do everything perfectly", conflicts in cohabitation, or the challenge of managing boundaries and autonomy in adolescence. 

External factorsinclude poor work-family reconciliation, difficult reconciliation of school and working hours, changes in school burdens or new stages of education, the impact of technology and networks on family life, or structural problems such as inadequate housing and lack of social protection for upbringing.

For all these reasons, the Government will promote a series of measures aimed at promoting the well-being of families, preventing situations of high stress and supporting overburdened families. 

• Publication of a practical guide for familieswith simple keys to time organization, co-responsibility, emotional management, home communication and on-screen use agreements.

• Promote positive parenting and parenting support programmes, with special attention to sensitive stages (0-6 and adolescence).

• Strengthen community support spaces, such as family groups and close resources, to combat isolation and promote networks.

• Improve coordination between the family and educational areasby promoting educational environments that reduce tensions and facilitate smooth communication.

• Social awareness to highlight family stress and reduce pressure associated with unrealistic expectations, promoting more realistic and sustainable growth.

• Referral and specialized support in situations of high stress, with professional guidance affecting family well-being (emotional health, cohabitation, conflict).