Family Separation: A guide for teens
Family Separation: A guide for teens

'You need to know your parents aren't angry at you'
Scott, aged 14

Common emotions

  • shocked
  • relieved
  • hopeful
  • angry
  • rejected
  • sad
  • confused
  • excited
  • distressed
  • scared
  • worried
  • withdrawn
  • relaxed
  • insecure
  • embarrassed
  • guilty
  • loved
  • torn
  • lonely
  • normal
  • irritable
  • happy

It's normal to experience any or all of these emotions. It is likely that the other members of your family might feel the same.

Emotions don't last - they shift and change. It's normal to feel angry one minute and sad the next. It's okay to feel happy sometimes.

Give yourself time to work through your emotions and talk to someone you trust about them when you need to.