When your teen is ‘fine’ but everything feels off at home
By the end of January many parents notice that their teenager answers every question with a short “fine” while the atmosphere at home feels anything but fine. Small requests turn into conflicts, plans are cancelled at the last minute and school topics disappear from conversations. During online sessions we give young people a place where they can admit that they are tired, scared or angry without worrying about disappointing anyone. We explore worries about grades, friendships, body image and the future, because these themes often connect in ways that are hard to see from the outside. Learning to recognise and name emotions helps teens choose different ways of coping than shutting down or exploding. Parents receive clear feedback on what feels supportive and what accidentally makes things worse, even when intentions are good. If you live with a teenager who seems numb and irritated at the same time, an online consultation can help both sides understand what is really going on.
