Why Marriages Face Challenges During the Teen Years

Psychology Today | 29.10.2026 14:49
Couples who are parents of teenagers often feel at their wits’ end. Irritated, isolated, even disillusioned, they may reflexively blame their teenager for the strain on their marriage. Sure, a teenager can test a marriage: Teenagers can be moody, engage in risky behaviors and expose differences in parenting styles. However, there often is much more to the story.