Psychology Today | 02.06.2026 05:04
The teen years are challenging. From hormonal shifts to identity development, your teen undergoes a sea of change. During this developmental phase, behavior often takes a detour. Affection gets replaced with bids for independence. Respect gets replaced with eye rolls and pushback. These behaviors can feel like rejection or rudeness. However, there's a scientific explanation for this personality shift: "the adolescent personality dip."
