“Picking on” or “targeting” kids

I am so done with parents accusing me of “picking on their kids” for a) asking them to take out headphones b)asking about missing work in front of others 3) addressing any classroom behaviors.

Is anyone else getting this? I’m blown away that the parent is more worried that I asked about 30 missing assignment in front of others (and by the way simply asked if he can get them done - I did not say anything sarcastic) instead of being worried your child is that far behind??

Are you finding students are so fragile now?