LOADING ERROR LOADINGSometimes kids tell you what they need directly while other times you need to put some effort into understanding what’s going on. AdvertisementFor guidance, we asked a number of mental health professionals what phrases kids say that you should never ignore. AdvertisementStatements About Feeling LowIf a kid is struggling socially or with their self-image, they might say things like:I hate myself. Likewise, kids will sometimes say things like the statements above or say “I hate my life” when they are experiencing some sort of temporary distress. Kids don’t like to feel like you are trying to lead them toward a particular interpretation.

Source: Huffington Post September 28, 2025 12:18 UTC