It is obvious that this is an act of the magisterium: it is an apostolic exhortation. It is clear that the pope is exercising here his role as pastor, as master and teacher of the faith, after benefiting from the consultation of the two synods.
"Ignore the arthritis in my index finger. Do you get my message yet?"
Logic is math. But statistics lie.
Seems that divine help is needed now, more than ever. Prayers...