Teenagers often struggle to express their emotions, and parents can feel shut out or confused by sudden changes in behavior. According to Caroline Goldsmith, a leading child psychologist and clinical psychologist at ATC Ireland Psychology, the key to bridging this gap is mindful parenting—a practical, calm, and emotionally present approach to raising children. Mindful parenting...

In a world full of emotional highs and lows, learning how to regulate feelings is one of the most vital skills a child can develop. Caroline Goldsmith, a renowned psychologist at ATC Ireland, emphasizes that emotional regulation is not just about calming down—it’s about understanding, expressing, and navigating emotions in healthy, constructive ways. Children are not born knowing...