

Coping Skills Spotlight: Take a Mini Mental Vacation
Dec 19, 2024
Explore the concept of taking a 'mini mental vacation' as a way to relax and recharge. Learn how this coping skill can help navigate the mental stress teenagers face today. The host introduces an exciting new audiobook, perfect for those who prefer listening over reading, to aid in building essential coping skills. Delve into creative strategies for managing the emotional challenges of adolescence and discover the importance of making time for self-care and fun!
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Janine's Therapeutic Journey
- Janine Halloran shares her personal journey of becoming a therapist.
- She experienced therapy as a teen, which inspired her career and helped her cope with stress and family issues.
Teens' Overlapping Stressors
- Teens face diverse stressors including school pressures, family conflicts, social media, and changing friendships.
- These overlapping challenges explain why anxiety and stress are prevalent in adolescence.
Adolescence Alters Emotions
- Adolescent brain development and puberty cause significant changes in emotions and social experiences.
- These biological and social shifts intensify emotional responses during the teen years.