LightHouse Counselling and Wellness’ Post

It’s natural to feel hurt when your once-attached child now seems distant. Suddenly, their world revolves around friends, screens, and activities—and you’re left wondering where you fit in. But this drift is not personal. Teens are biologically wired to shift their attachment focus outward—it’s part of how they learn independence. Dr. Jean Clinton reminds us that even though peers take on a new role, the parent-child connection remains essential. Your teen still needs you, just differently. Instead of pulling them back, walk beside them as they explore. Ask questions about their world with genuine curiosity, without judgment. Be the calm, safe place they return to when life gets overwhelming. Even as they grow away from you, they still need to know you’re steady in your love.

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