The mood of a teenager who once communicated with ease can quickly change and be replaced by one-word responses like “fine” or “yeah”. While this change in attitude may lead you to assume that their behaviour is typical for teenage moodiness, there may also be something much more serious occurring with your teen when they …
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When Teen Depression Turns Into Social Withdrawal
Teen depression usually starts as a shadow. It slowly steals a teenager’s energy and joy before spiraling into an extreme state of social withdrawal. Your son or daughter may eventually isolate themselves and retreat from people, activities, or responsibilities that once defined their identity. Social withdrawal is not about needing space or typical teenage gloominess. It …
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Teen Suddenly Avoids Eye Contact – What This Means
You may have noticed that your teen is actively avoiding eye contact. This is not just a sudden loss of attention. When a teen has their eyes on you and suddenly looks away so quickly, it has little to do with disobedience and more to do with what is happening inside. With their eyes, teens …
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The Quiet Kind of Teen Depression No One Talks About
Teen depression does not always manifest as tears, withdrawal, or misery. There exists a dangerous, quiet, or high-functioning teen depression. It affects teens who, at a glance, appear to be the exact opposite of depressed. They may be high-achieving, responsible, and agreeable. Sometimes their sadness can go unnoticed by parents, teachers, and even peers. High-functioning depressed …
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Why Your Teen Gets Overwhelmed by Simple Tasks Now
You may have noticed a sudden change in how teens go about their day. Tasks that once seemed easy to execute now cause tears, anger, or frustration. This change can be frustrating and confusing, especially when you know your teen is capable. However, most of the time, what you are seeing comes from untreated mental …
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