According to Jesús Enrique Romero Juárez, parents of teenagers recognize that they are experiencing a crisis due to the sudden changes in their children. Previously, they used to engage in activities together on weekends, but now they prefer to stay in their rooms connected to their devices.
An anecdote illustrates this situation: a teenager explained to his parents that he no longer uses physical books for studying but downloads and reads the material on his tablet. This reflects how young people approach reality differently than their parents did during their adolescence.
Parents often feel gratified to see their children achieving good grades, although they also experience frustration when these children neglect the habits they worked hard to instill. Envy may even arise when comparing the current experiences of teenagers with their own in the past.
Psychology recognizes the importance of understanding and supporting teenagers during this transitional stage. It is normal to observe mood swings, irritability, and demotivation in them. Sometimes, derogatory terms like "odiolescence" are used to describe these behaviors.
It is essential for parents to recognize that raising teenagers is not an easy task and that it is okay to ask for help when necessary. At C7 Mental Health, support is offered through psychotherapy, courses, and workshops to address these challenges from a different perspective.
