The ‘teen whisperer’ on what your teenager is really trying to tell you
Stella O’Malley’s new book is a vital manual for understanding moody teenagers. Here, the psychotherapist explains how to better understand what’s going on in a teenager’s mind
Stella O'Malley
Naomi Richardson
Your teenager has been making a lair out of their bedroom for months now and any time you try to pop your head in to say hello, the door is slammed in your face. Eye-rolling is an automatic reflex every time you open your mouth to speak.
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