Teens today carry more pressure than many people realize, and overwhelm can show up faster than expected. What looks like irritation, shutting down, or “overreacting” is often the teenage brain trying hard to manage stress it isn’t fully equipped to handle yet. In this gentle, trauma-informed breakdown, we explore why small moments can feel big, how the developing brain processes emotions, and what both teens and parents can do to create more calm, understanding, and support.

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