As the workforce increasingly becomes diverse, tensions can sometimes arise when trying to accommodate everyone’s unique needs and circumstances. One common grievance, especially among single employees or those without children, is that their coworkers with kids seem to receive special treatment in the workplace. It’s Tuesday afternoon, and you are working hard on a project that is due by the end of the day. Your coworker leaves early to take their child to swimming lessons, leaving you with added responsibilities. You can’t help but feel frustrated and treated unfairly. Are parents getting special treatment at work? If so, what can …
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