Reasons why kids don’t share their feelings: If your child quietly goes to his room after returning from school, and when asked, just says ‘Everything is fine’, then it can bother you. Many parents face this situation when their child does not share his things with them. There can be many reasons behind this, privacy, fear, emotional entanglements, or avoiding the stress of home. If children are not able to express their feelings openly, then parents should try to win their trust with patience and understanding. Because only then they can share their things without hesitation.

Children do not share everything with their parents due to these reasons-

Desire for independence- As children grow up, they try to give themselves a separate identity. Especially children after 12 years. They start talking less to their parents. This is a part of their process of becoming self-reliant. So do not consider it a problem and do not stress them for this.

Need for privacy- Every child needs some space in their personal life. They do not want their parents to keep an eye on them all the time. They like to spend some time alone to understand their likes and dislikes and to know themselves better.

Fear or fear of punishment- Many times children do not share their things openly because they fear that their parents will get angry at their mistake or they will get scolded. Sometimes they start hiding their things even after getting influenced by their friends so that they can maintain friendships with their friends.

It takes time to understand feelings- Many times it is not easy for children to express their feelings in words. When they are upset with something, they feel it inside but are unable to express it in the right words. Therefore, parents should be patient and give the child time to open up on their own.

Stress or Trauma- If a child is going through any mental stress or trauma, he may isolate himself from others. This is an attempt to make himself feel safe. In such a situation, he needs love and understanding, not forced questions.

If your child is not sharing things with you, then instead of forcing him, create a comfortable and friendly environment, so that he is inspired to express his feelings to you.

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