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Good Inside with Dr. Becky

My Tween is Pulling Away. Is That Normal?

Mar 19, 2024
Dr. Becky discusses the challenges of parenting a tween son who is pulling away and seems distant, focusing on navigating communication, emotional world, and digital age issues. Strategies for building connections through shared interests like playing Fortnite and the path to reconnection with family members are explored.
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Quick takeaways

  • Understanding the need to balance parental presence and respecting a tween's independence during developmental changes.
  • Managing parental anxiety by personifying worries, establishing boundaries, and connecting with the child through shared interests.

Deep dives

Is My Son Just Introverted?

The mom shares concerns about her son's quiet behavior, contrasting it with other parents' stories. Despite his reserved nature, he engages with friends while playing video games, leaving the mom puzzled about his behavior. She worries if his demeanor hints at depression, considering his lack of emotional expression. Amidst her concerns, she contemplates if his introverted tendencies are heightened during this developmental stage.

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