10 Things Teenagers Love (Even If They Don't Admit It) #1 Small Surprises. ... #2 Food, Food and More Food. ... #3 Welcoming Their Friends into Your Home. ... #4 Being Their Biggest Cheerleader. ... #5 Respecting Their Need for Space. ... #8 Your (Undivided) Attention. ... #9 Your Approval. Jan 26, 2021