I have 3 kids

The "pushing away" behaviors of adolescents—such as talking back or slamming doors—are essentially a way of testing whether their parents will still love them no matter what. While they may appear resistant on the surface, deep down they have an immense need for your unconditional love and consistent boundaries. If, after some time, you notice your child exhibiting persistent low mood, engaging in self-harm, or completely refusing to communicate, please do not hesitate to seek help from a school counselor or a professional therapist. Doing so is not a sign of failure, but a wise decision. The very fact that you are proactively seeking solutions shows that you are a deeply caring parent.

Honestly, 15 is such a tough age because they're trying to figure out who they are outside of you, so some pushback is pretty normal. I found that with my own teen, stepping back a bit and letting him have more say in things that affect him (like his schedule or room rules) actually reduced the tension, rather than clamping down harder. Maybe try to find one thing you can do together that he actually enjoys, just to keep some connection going, because sometimes the rebellion is more about feeling heard than about the actual rule-breaking. What kind of rebellious behaviour are we talking about?

I think 15 is such a tricky age. They want independence but still need boundaries, and sometimes the more we push, the more they push back. I’d try to pick your battles, keep the important rules consistent, and give him some space to talk without immediately correcting him. I’ve found that sometimes just listening first makes a big difference. ❤️