In elementary school, Sarah held hands with her mom and kissed her good-bye before she went into the classroom. Now, in middle school, Sarah is likely to feel:

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As children grow, especially into adolescence, their behaviors and expressions of affection towards parents can change due to a complex mix of emotions. Sarah may still feel the same love towards her mother (A), but as she navigates middle school, peer perception becomes increasingly important, making public displays of affection like holding hands or kissing her mom potentially embarrassing (B). This shift can also lead to feelings of guilt for not engaging in the same behaviors as before (C), reflecting the internal conflict between her evolving social identity and her familial bonds.

In Elementary School, Sarah Held Hands with Her Mom and Kissed