journal.
They may simply want quiet time.
Secrecy is different.
Secrecy becomes more concerning when there is a consistent pattern of hiding behavior, particularly when that behavior is accompanied by significant emotional or behavioral changes.
The difference isn’t always obvious.
That’s why parents should pay attention to the overall pattern, rather than reacting to one isolated incident.
The Importance of Context
Imagine your teenager suddenly starts spending more time alone.
There are many possible explanations.
Maybe school has become stressful.
Maybe they had an argument with a friend.
Maybe they’re
