Psychology Today | 10.10.2026 21:38
Let’s set the scene. You watch your child walk through the door after getting home from school. You smile and ask, “How was your day?” Imagine your surprise when your child responds, “FINE!” or “Just leave me alone!” You back off, but their younger sibling tries to give them a hug, which they resist. And suddenly... your sweet child is unrecognizable. There are tears. There's yelling. They tell you they hate you. They run to their bedroom and slam the door.
