Ø Take time to relax daily and learn how to regulate yourself and
de-stress when you start to
feel overwhelmed.
Ø Don’t go it alone, especially if you’re a single
parent. Seek help from
friends, relatives, a school counselor, sports coach, religious leader, or
someone else who has a relationship with your teen. Organizations such as Boys
and Girls Clubs, YMCA, and other youth groups can also help provide structure
and guidance.
Ø Watch out for signs of depression and anxiety, and get professional help if needed.
This won’t last forever
It’s worth reminding
your teen that no matter how much pain or turmoil he or she is experiencing
right now, with your love and support, things can and will get better for both
of you. Your teen can overcome the problems of adolescence and mature into a
happy, successful young adult.
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