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Why children suddenly stop telling their parents everything around age 12

Experts say this shift is not necessarily a sign of rebellion or a weakening parent-child bond. In fact, around the ages of 10 to 12, children enter a stage of development where seeking greater privacy and independence becomes a healthy and expected part of growing up. Here is why many children become less forthcoming around age 12.

16 Jul 2026 10:00 am