Emotional distance does not always mean a child has stopped loving their mother. Sometimes it is a temporary developmental shift; in other cases, it reflects unresolved pain or an attempt to protect emotional well-being.
1. They are developing independence. During adolescence and early adulthood, children naturally seek more privacy and autonomy. Pulling away can be a normal part of forming an identity separate from their parents.
2. They feel constantly criticised. Repeated correction, comparison, or unsolicited advice may leave a child feeling that nothing they do is good enough.
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