Emily Writes talks to teenagers about how the level four restrictions are affecting them, and asks how they can be better supported.

When asked how parents and caregivers can support them, it will come as no surprise to parents of teens that those surveyed said they need more food. Surprisingly, though, many teens said they wanted their parents to talk to them more.

• More talking with each other. Because sometimes it can be a bit silent compared to school.
• I need space. I still need love, and help, but I also need my own space that I can go to and chill.
• Understand when I get sad.
• I need people to make sure I’m OK.
• Play board games with me without fighting.
• Hugs and reassurance.
• Include me in conversations.
• I think it would be nice if my family just spent a little more time with each of us. Don’t get me wrong, I really appreciate everything my parents do for us, I really do.
• Inform me of the facts.
• Ask me if I’m OK.

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