Hormones, which set off physical changes at puberty, are also responsible for affecting moods and general emotional responses in teens. Irregular meal patterns, skipping breakfast and fasting to lose weight are not uncommon. Lack of rest may lead to moodiness, gloominess, irritability and a tendency to fly off the handle. With parents' help, teens feel less worried about their feelings. Changes in Thinking Another source of emotionality in young teens is the strain caused by changes in their thinking.
Teens are now able to think abstractly.
They can reason and explore many options. They can think about and understand consequences. It is pointless to try to convince young teens that everyone is not watching or that the feelings they are experiencing have been shared by others. However, parents may find it helpful to tell teens they realize they are feeling badly. If you would like to talk about what's troubling you, I would be happy to talk with you.