Sometimes fathers are intimidated by their teenage daughters because they are becoming young women. He can't hide his true behavior any longer as D is becoming much more aware of boyfriend/girlfriend relationships, etc.
He may simply be afraid because she is wiser.
M:25 years at BD w/ 2 daughters BD: 5/14 Separated 6/14 - H moved cross country w/OW D Final 9/17
“I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.” ― Maya Angelou