The nose ring and the tattoos and hair and whatever the parent might find shocking or objectionable may not necessarily be a cry for help. SQ is also passionate about animal rights and has a close relationship with his mom. But like when there are parents who are completely against it and kids will go do it, sometimes it s for rebellion.
Many psychologists agree that trying on new identities is often a hallmark of adolescence.
Experts say when the unusual appearance is accompanied by anger, isolation, and trouble with drugs or alcohol. So, psychologists say be concerned about what your child is involved in instead of getting hung up on what he s wearing. One of the best things to do is not to act surprised, not to act shocked, not to act impressed. SQ says his hair and clothes are just an extension of his personality, and he s glad his mom realizes that. I like to say weird things you know, act completely odd, you know, out of normal, but that s normal for me.