What Freeze Actually Looks Like in Girls and Why We Often Miss It: Understanding Girls' Mental Health

What Freeze Actually Looks Like in Girls and Why We Often Miss It: Understanding Girls' Mental Health

Author: Rach Friedli - Girls Mental Health & Behaviour Specialist February 18, 2026 Duration: 11:31
Send us Fan Mail If you believe anxiety in girls only looks like panic and restlessness, think again. In this episode, I explore an often overlooked aspect of girls' mental health: the freeze response. When your daughter can't get out of bed, refuses to eat, or becomes withdrawn and silent, it’s not laziness, it's a biological survival mechanism known as the dorsal vagal shutdown. I'll help you understand adolescent behaviour better by showing why freeze is frequently mistaken for depre...

Navigating the mother-daughter relationship during adolescence can feel like deciphering a complex, emotional code. The Teen Whisperer Podcast: Understanding Behavioural Messages in Girls, hosted by Rach Friedli, a Girls Mental Health & Behaviour Specialist, offers a guiding light. This podcast moves beyond surface-level advice to explore the underlying messages in a girl's behaviour, whether she's a tween, teen, or young woman. Rach provides parents with the tools to interpret the 'why' behind the challenging moments and big emotions, transforming confusion into clarity. You'll gain insights that help you move from second-guessing to confident understanding, fostering a stronger, more connected relationship. Each episode is a step towards demystifying adolescent development, empowering you to respond with empathy and effectiveness. Tune in for a compassionate, expert-led conversation that gets to the heart of what's really going on, helping you build a foundation of trust and communication. This is more than just parenting support; it's a resource for anyone committed to strengthening that vital bond and seeing the world through their daughter's eyes. Listen to this podcast for practical wisdom and a deeper perspective on the journey.
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