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Child Behavior (Expert Forum)
Family VS. Friends
Answered by
Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D. - Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, Crisis Intervention
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
This forum is for questions and support regarding child behavior issues such: Child Discipline (behavior management), Normal Child Development, Parent-Child Communications, Social Development
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Family VS. Friends
by Who am I, Jun 23, 2002 12:00AM
Hi, my name is Samantha and i am 16 years old. I just have a question about my behavior. I dont like the way that I act when I am at home because I just sit up in my room and i dont talk to anyone and I am short with all my answers and I am really quiet/moody. But then when I am with my friends I am fine, or even if I have friends over then I am still okay. I hate being like this but its almost as if I can not get out of this. Its not like I have family problems or anything I just dont act the same when I am at home.? Why am I like this?
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D., Jun 24, 2002 12:00AM
, Jun 24, 2002 12:00AM
In the normal course of things, it's not unusual for teenagers to be somewhat more moody or reactive at home than they are with their peers. This includes, sometimes, a preference to be alone and to limit somewhat the interaction with family. On the other hand, persistent irritability and isolation is beyond the norm. If you are willing, it would make sense to ask your parent(s) to arrange an appointment with a therapist who is experienced working with teenagers. You may be displaying some signs of a mood disorder. If so, this can be treated and you can feel better. At the very least, you and the therapist can do some problem-solving about your family interactions.
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