Parents seek guidance on fostering teenage daughter's self-worth amid social pressures
Parents of a sensitive 16-year-old daughter seek advice on navigating her self-worth issues related to social media and peers. Columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith stresses the importance of fostering independence and self-recognition rather than relying on external validation. She notes that developing genuine friendships takes time and that broader social circles will emerge as adolescents grow older.
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Published 16 Jul 2026, 15:00 UTC · Updated 16 Jul 2026, 15:30 UTC
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