QuestionI have a 15-year-old daughter who lives with her mum since we separated seven years ago. My daughter has known my partner for five years and they seem to get on well. This is not easy for most parents and especially when you are a separated parent living away from your teenager. She could also simply be finding the change of routine at the weekend difficult and needs the comfort of having one place to stay. Arrange a time to talk that suits you both and think together about what might be going on for your daughter and how you can both help her.

Source: The Irish Times January 26, 2026 09:02 UTC