Dr David Coleman: Is your teenager in the ‘me, me, me’ phase? Here’s how to manage it

Yes, our youngsters can be self-absorbed, but it’s important for parents to encourage consideration through active listening and nurturing connections

Sometimes teens think they have all the answers, but parents need to show where they’re going wrong Photo: Getty

Dr David Coleman

The teenage years can be among the most self-absorbed and selfish of your child’s whole development to adulthood. When it seems like it is all “me, me, me…” we can struggle to know how to help them develop more empathy and consideration for others.

Thankfully, this is usually a phase in your teenager’s life that does pass. There are also some things you can do to speed it up.