If you’re left thinking “why won’t my teen share with me” or “my teenage son won’t talk to me,” know that you’re not alone.

Past relationship trauma can often linger long after a relationship has ended. It can be confusing when a relationship feels safe, but there are times when your partner still seems guarded, distant, or fearful.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and while we often think about mental health as something individual, our relationships also shape our well-being.