Adolescent mental health expert Dr Margot Sunderland says empathy and not being defensive are key to good parent-teen relations. London (PA Media/dpa) – Being a modern teenager can be tough, with today’s young people probably facing more pressures than ever before. And dealing with academic demands, social media pressures and body image issues on top of the raging emotions of puberty can be even harder for teens who are in constant conflict with their parents. “Growing up in today’s world can be incredibly tough for young people,” says Stevie Goulding, interim head of services at YoungMinds. “Many teenagers face a constant mix of pressures, from school and academic expectations to the impact of social media, worries about the future, and wider challenges like financial stress at home. It’s

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