Questions to Ask a Teenager
Thoughtful questions to help you connect with teenagers, understand their world, and build meaningful relationships during this important developmental stage.
1What's something you're really passionate about right now?
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What's something you're really passionate about right now?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand their interests and gives them a chance to share what excites them and drives their curiosity.
2What's the biggest challenge you're facing at school or in your life?
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What's the biggest challenge you're facing at school or in your life?
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Why this works
This question shows you care about their struggles and gives them a safe space to share what's difficult for them.
3What do you think about the world today and what concerns you most?
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What do you think about the world today and what concerns you most?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand their perspective on current events and what issues they find most important or worrying.
4What's something you've learned recently that really surprised you?
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What's something you've learned recently that really surprised you?
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Why this works
This question encourages them to share their learning experiences and helps you understand what captures their attention.
5What's your favorite way to spend your free time?
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What's your favorite way to spend your free time?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand their interests and gives you insight into what activities bring them joy and relaxation.
6What's something you're really proud of accomplishing?
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What's something you're really proud of accomplishing?
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Why this works
This question helps build their confidence while giving you insight into their achievements and what they value about themselves.
7What's the best advice someone has ever given you?
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What's the best advice someone has ever given you?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand what wisdom resonates with them and gives insight into their values and experiences.
8What's something you wish adults understood better about teenagers?
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What's something you wish adults understood better about teenagers?
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Why this works
This question gives them a chance to share their perspective and helps you understand their world from their point of view.
9What's something you're looking forward to in the future?
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What's something you're looking forward to in the future?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand their hopes and dreams while giving them a chance to share their aspirations.
10What's the most important thing in your life right now?
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What's the most important thing in your life right now?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand their priorities and what matters most to them at this stage of their life.
11What's something you've changed your mind about recently?
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What's something you've changed your mind about recently?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand their growth and development while showing that change and growth are normal and valuable.
12What's something you're really good at that you're proud of?
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What's something you're really good at that you're proud of?
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Why this works
This question helps build their confidence while giving you insight into their talents and what they value about themselves.
13What's something you wish you could change about your school or community?
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What's something you wish you could change about your school or community?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand their concerns and gives them a chance to share their ideas for improvement.
14What's the most interesting thing you've learned about yourself recently?
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What's the most interesting thing you've learned about yourself recently?
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Why this works
This question encourages self-reflection and helps you understand their personal growth and self-awareness.
15What's something you're really excited about or looking forward to?
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What's something you're really excited about or looking forward to?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand their enthusiasm and gives them a chance to share what brings them joy and excitement.
16What's something you've accomplished that you didn't think you could do?
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What's something you've accomplished that you didn't think you could do?
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Why this works
This question helps build their confidence while giving you insight into their resilience and ability to overcome challenges.
17What's something you wish you could tell your younger self?
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What's something you wish you could tell your younger self?
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Why this works
This question encourages reflection and helps you understand their growth and what they've learned from their experiences.
18What's something you're really curious about or want to learn more about?
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What's something you're really curious about or want to learn more about?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand their interests and gives them a chance to share what they're passionate about learning.
19What's something you're really grateful for in your life?
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What's something you're really grateful for in your life?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand their values and gives them a chance to practice gratitude and appreciation.
20What's something you think you're really good at that others might not notice?
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What's something you think you're really good at that others might not notice?
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Why this works
This question helps you understand their hidden talents and gives them a chance to share something they're proud of that might not be obvious.
Connecting with Teenagers
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Building Meaningful Relationships
Listen Without Judgment
Create a safe space where teenagers feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings without fear of criticism or judgment.
Show Genuine Interest
Demonstrate authentic curiosity about their experiences, interests, and perspectives rather than just asking surface-level questions.
Respect Their Perspective
Value their thoughts and feelings, even if they differ from your own, and help them feel heard and understood.