As one begins to become a teenager, one usually becomes separated from one's siblings and adults. Sometimes I would go into my own world and do things similar to Jem myself. I wouldn't want to push people away, but it's a step towards growth. Everydaylife.com said: “Teenagers undergo many emotional and psychological changes, some that cause them to lose touch with the people and things around them. » In this case, Jem begins to lose contact with people, like Scout, because he begins to mature. I remember when I was a teenager, I wanted to get away from my family members. It was difficult to communicate my feelings and what I was thinking. Through my teenage experiences I can understand Jem and what he does