Raising Good Humans New Science on Navigating the Breakthrough Teen Years
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Mar 15, 2024 Explore challenges facing teens today like mental health and social media, turning them into growth opportunities. Learn about fostering executive function skills in children and setting boundaries on social media usage. Discover strategies for navigating mental health care and empowering families for mental health and skill-building.
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Mental Health Insights
- Increased adolescent mental health challenges are partly due to societal pressures and greater comfort expressing feelings.
- These "big feelings" are developmentally normal, reflecting adolescents' heightened sensitivity as they navigate independence.
Promoting Teen Autonomy
- Avoid fixing everything for teens; let them develop autonomy and problem-solving skills.
- Support their autonomy by guiding them to manage their own behavior.
Self-Control Strategies for Teens
- Encourage self-expression through art, even if they aren't skilled, to cope with challenges.
- Explore self-control strategies like situation selection, modification, and cognitive change.