Teen Boy Trauma From an Absent Father: Recognizing the Psychological Impact Fathers play a huge role in a teen boy’s development. Unfortunately, millions of teenage boys are brought up in households with absent fathers. Without proper support, such an absence can leave them traumatized. Some cases can trigger mental health conditions that last beyond adolescence, …
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Teen Boy Trauma From an Absent Father: Recognizing the Psychological Impact
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Teen Boys and Emotional Abuse — Why It’s Harder to See Than Physical Abuse
Teen Boys and Emotional Abuse — Why It’s Harder to See Than Physical Abuse Emotional abuse is a common form of child maltreatment. Several bodies of research indicate that it is just as harmful as other types of maltreatment. It may not leave behind broken bones or bruises, but it is as dangerous as physical …
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10 Signs of Anxiety in Teenage Girls: How to Recognize, Understand, and Help Early
Statistics on teen anxiety paint a grim picture. It is estimated that roughly 1 in 3 teenagers experiences an anxiety disorder. The common signs of teen anxiety in girls include irritability, avoidance, excessive worry, social withdrawal, and physical complaints like headaches and stomachaches. Unfortunately, such signs may be misinterpreted as typical moodiness or normal teen …
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How to Stay Connected to a Teen Boy Who’s Emotionally Shut Down
Emotional withdrawal is one of the primary responses to stress and trauma in teens. According to research, boys are less likely than girls to verbalize emotional pain. They prefer to keep their emotions inside, even if they are distressed. So if you see that your son is being distant, there could be a problem. Although …
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The Emotional Numbness Cycle — How Trauma and Depression Feed Each Other in Boys
Teen emotional numbness is a primary symptom of teen PTSD. It is also strongly associated with co-occurring teen depression. When these conditions appear together in teen boys, your son will likely experience more severe and persistent mental health problems. Your son may not show sadness or cry; he may actually feel nothing at all. The …
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Your Teen Won’t Speak to You at All- How to Break the Wall
A teenager’s silence is always noticeable. You may walk past their room, see their closed door, and feel a combination of rejection, fear, and deep confusion. Common questions that register on most parents’ minds include: Did I do something wrong? Are my teenagers safe? A teenager’s “silent treatment” is widespread during adolescence. However, you should …
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Teen’s Friends Turned Toxic—How Social Stress Fuels Depression
No parent imagines that their teen’s biggest source of stress would be their own friends. It can be confusing to see your teen come home tense or flat, on the verge of tears, and yet, they were out with friends. Sometimes, it can be evident that your teen is fed up with their friend group, …
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Teen Acts Fine in Public But Crumbles at Home
The stark contrast between a teen acting normal in public and out-of-control at home often leaves most parents wallowing in self-doubt. It is normal to wonder whether you are the problem or your teenager is being manipulative. Let’s take a look at why teens unravel at home, how to differentiate everyday stress from a crisis, …
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School Counselor Says Your Teen Needs Help—What Happens Next?
If a school counselor tells you your teen “needs help,” it might make you feel frightened, defensive, or maybe even somewhat angry. Schools see the signs of mental health and behavioral problems in students every day. School counselors are often vigilant and can refer these cases before a real crisis. “Your teen needs help” is …
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