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For the second year, Newport Healthcare is celebrating #PrideMonth and ongoing allyship with the LGBTQ community through Corporate Partnership with The @TrevorProject, the world’s largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning young people.
According to The Trevor Project's 2022 survey, 45% of LGBTQ youth seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year, and nearly 1 in 5 transgender and nonbinary youth attempted suicide. Sadly, 60% of LGBTQ youth who wanted mental health care in the past year were not able to get it.
The @TrevorProject works to save young LGBTQ lives by providing support through free and confidential crisis intervention programs via a 24/7 phone lifeline, chat, and text services. The organization also runs #TrevorSpace, the world’s largest safe space social networking site for LGBTQ youth, and operates innovative education, research, and advocacy programs.
Take pride in your mental health! Resources are available to support and guide you and your loved one.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #PrideMonth #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #LGBTQTeens #Pride #LoveWins #LoveIsLove
50% of LGBTQIA2+ teens seriously considered suicide during the past year. It is important to note that mental health in this community is not directly related to their gender identity and sexual preferences, but rather the discrimination and lack of acceptance they endure.
Parents, guardians, teachers, and other adult mentors are key to providing support for LGBTQIA2+ teens.
What other ways can a teen's ally make a positive difference in their lives?
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #PrideMonth #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #LGBTQTeens #Pride #LoveWins #LoveIsLove
For the second year, Newport Healthcare is celebrating #PrideMonth and ongoing allyship with the LGBTQ community through Corporate Partnership with The @TrevorProject, the world’s largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning young people.
According to The Trevor Project's 2022 survey, 45% of LGBTQ youth seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year, and nearly 1 in 5 transgender and nonbinary youth attempted suicide. Sadly, 60% of LGBTQ youth who wanted mental health care in the past year were not able to get it.
The @TrevorProject works to save young LGBTQ lives by providing support through free and confidential crisis intervention programs via a 24/7 phone lifeline, chat, and text services. The organization also runs #TrevorSpace, the world’s largest safe space social networking site for LGBTQ youth, and operates innovative education, research, and advocacy programs.
Take pride in your mental health! Resources are available to support and guide you and your loved one.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #PrideMonth #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #LGBTQTeens #Pride #LoveWins #LoveIsLove
50% of LGBTQIA2+ teens seriously considered suicide during the past year. It is important to note that mental health in this community is not directly related to their gender identity and sexual preferences, but rather the discrimination and lack of acceptance they endure.
Parents, guardians, teachers, and other adult mentors are key to providing support for LGBTQIA2+ teens.
What other ways can a teen's ally make a positive difference in their lives?
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #PrideMonth #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #LGBTQTeens #Pride #LoveWins #LoveIsLove
Body image is one primary area in which teen social comparison leads to negative emotions. When teens compare themselves to curated and filtered photographs of their peers and of celebrities, they often feel inferior. This can lead to lower self-esteem and negative body image.
Furthermore, social media provides forums in which teens can encourage each other in unhealthy and dangerous behaviors. For example, teens with eating disorders or those who self-harm can talk with others about their self-destructive routines.
It’s important that parents help teens develop a healthy relationship with social media—where they can explore and experiment with their identities in a space of their own, without being encouraged to partake in unhealthy and dangerous behavior.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #TeenBullying #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #TeenAngst #SocialMediaUse #TeenSocialMedia
One out of every five teens (ages 12–18) report being bullied at school. Often, parents are unaware of what is happening, and the victims of bullying are too scared, ashamed, or intimidated to report it. Hence, bullying can continue for a long time without adults realizing what’s going on.
Regardless of the type of bullying or the method used, the result is the same: pain, shame, anxiety, and sometimes depression and suicidal ideation. Therefore, it’s important for parents to discuss any apprehension teens have about going to school.
Remember that victims of bullying often hide their pain, so talking about bullying will be most successful if the conversation is indirect. Talk about all aspects of school, and most importantly, make sure your child knows they are loved, and that harm caused to them by others is not their fault.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #TeenBullying #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #TeenAngst #CyberBullying
Rebellion is a natural part of being a teenager and growing up. By rebelling against authority, teenagers are expressing their beliefs and preferences as a distinct person separate from their parents. An important aspect of being a teenager is the process of developing a sense of personal identity.
But a teen’s expressions of rebellion can be difficult for parents to navigate, especially if parents and children have different priorities, values, and expectations of each other. Here are some tips for dealing with a rebellious child while also respecting their need for independence end and autonomy.
It is imperative that parents learn the tools for how to deal with a rebellious teen compassionately and with unconditional love. These can guide teens toward greater self-knowledge, healthy coping mechanisms, and skills for emotional regulation.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #RebelliousTeens #SupportingParents #ParentingTips
Is it teen angst or something worse? Given the ups and downs of teenage emotions, it can be hard for a parent to know whether a teen’s difficult phase is due to teenage angst or depression.
In fact, 40% of parents have a hard time distinguishing between mood swings and teen depression, according to a national poll conducted by the Mott Children’s Hospital.
To distinguish between teenage angst and a mental health disorder, mental health professionals examine three critical areas of concern: Intensity, duration and the domains within behaviors occur. Assessing whether a teen’s emotional angst passes quickly and how acute it is, as well as how many domains it encompasses, provides important information about what they are experiencing.
If emotional angst has progressed to the point that a teen has ongoing, intense symptoms, the best course of action is to access professional help and make sure the teen has a comprehensive mental health assessment. Early diagnosis and treatment of depression and any co-occurring disorders improves treatment outcomes.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #RebelliousTeens #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #TeenAngst
The new high school movie “The Fallout” is raising awareness about what teen trauma can look like in the wake of a tragedy. While the characters from the movie are directly involved in a traumatic event, teens who indirectly experience national tragedies can also experience a long-lasting impact. They can suffer from a form of trauma known as secondary PTSD.
In recent years, explicit media coverage of horrific national tragedies, specifically school shootings, has catalyzed increasing numbers of secondary PTSD cases.
Secondary PTSD can affect every aspect of life. Therefore, early assessment and treatment is essential. In addition, there are several coping strategies that can help both adolescents and adults heal from traumatic stress. These include journaling, practicing self-compassion, seek a support network and unplug from social media for a little while.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #SecondaryPTSD #TeenPTSD #TeenageTrauma #TeenTrauma #fallout #thefalloutmovie
Teenage emotions are notoriously volatile, ranging from angry to sullen and all points in between, sometimes in the space of a single day. In part, the intensity and unpredictability of teen emotions can be attributed to an immature brain.
However, emotional dysregulation (the inability to manage one’s emotions appropriately in a range of situations) can also be a hallmark of many common mental health disorders.
Building skills to support emotional regulation for kids can help prevent or improve these conditions.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #emotionalregulation
In our hyperconnected world, people of all ages have instant access to what’s happening around the globe. Vivid images and sounds of violence and war—like what’s happening now in Ukraine—can invade our homes and our psyches in the blink of an eye.
It can be difficult to figure out how to help our children process traumatic events. Talking about what’s happening is the best approach for how to help a child after a traumatic event. Discussing the event with a trusted adult can help children and teenagers process their feelings.
Even if a teen appears indifferent to the event, it’s important to talk about it. They may be feeling strong emotions under the stoic front. The first step is opening a safe space for communication.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #SecondaryPTSD #TeenPTSD #teentrauma
March 1 was #selfinjuryawarenessday, March 2 was #worldteenmentalwellnessday, and all month long #selfinjuryawarenessmonth is observed.
It's OK to feel negative emotions, but there are other ways to cope with painful feelings that don’t involve causing any harm. It is important that parents and caregivers support their teens through these feelings.
In the moment, distraction tactics like calling a friend or therapist, taking a walk, or making a cup of tea can work well. Replacing the sensation by clapping hands, stomping feet, or taking a cold shower are also good resources. The most important of them all is to develop a safe space for teens to ask for help without judgment.
Raising awareness, understanding why this behavior occurs, and knowing what to do and where to seek treatment when you or a loved one is self-harming are essential.
* IMPORTANT* In case of emergency, call 911 or @national_suicide_prevention at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #RaisingTeens
New research shows that weekly ER visits for several mental health concerns drastically increased for teens during the pandemic. So today, more than ever, we would like to share the number-one thing a parent can do to support their teen’s mental wellness ... have open and honest conversations.
Routine mental health temperature checks and trauma-informed treatment can provide parents with what they need to keep their families healthy. However, it all starts with fostering a sense of trust, openness, and acceptance between a parent/guardian and a teen.
What questions can you ask today to spark a conversation with the teen in your life? 👇🏼
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #negativethoughts #TeenMentalWellnessDay #TeenMentalWellness #WorldTeenMentalWellnessDay
It’s natural to have negative thoughts—in fact, it’s a survival mechanism. So-called “negativity bias” is an evolutionary mechanism that dates back to our earliest ancestors.
Over time, however, these patterns of negative thinking can lead to feelings of anger and hopelessness, and eventually to mental health issues like anxiety and depression. That’s why an important part of raising teens is helping them practice reframing those negative thoughts.
Reframing negative thoughts and situations can help struggling teens feel more empowered and hopeful. What are some other ways adults can support teens as they reframe their negative thoughts?
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #negativethoughts #reframeyourthoughts
For the second year, Newport Healthcare is celebrating #PrideMonth and ongoing allyship with the LGBTQ community through Corporate Partnership with The @TrevorProject, the world’s largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning young people.
According to The Trevor Project's 2022 survey, 45% of LGBTQ youth seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year, and nearly 1 in 5 transgender and nonbinary youth attempted suicide. Sadly, 60% of LGBTQ youth who wanted mental health care in the past year were not able to get it.
The @TrevorProject works to save young LGBTQ lives by providing support through free and confidential crisis intervention programs via a 24/7 phone lifeline, chat, and text services. The organization also runs #TrevorSpace, the world’s largest safe space social networking site for LGBTQ youth, and operates innovative education, research, and advocacy programs.
Take pride in your mental health! Resources are available to support and guide you and your loved one.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #PrideMonth #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #LGBTQTeens #Pride #LoveWins #LoveIsLove
50% of LGBTQIA2+ teens seriously considered suicide during the past year. It is important to note that mental health in this community is not directly related to their gender identity and sexual preferences, but rather the discrimination and lack of acceptance they endure.
Parents, guardians, teachers, and other adult mentors are key to providing support for LGBTQIA2+ teens.
What other ways can a teen's ally make a positive difference in their lives?
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #PrideMonth #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #LGBTQTeens #Pride #LoveWins #LoveIsLove
Body image is one primary area in which teen social comparison leads to negative emotions. When teens compare themselves to curated and filtered photographs of their peers and of celebrities, they often feel inferior. This can lead to lower self-esteem and negative body image.
Furthermore, social media provides forums in which teens can encourage each other in unhealthy and dangerous behaviors. For example, teens with eating disorders or those who self-harm can talk with others about their self-destructive routines.
It’s important that parents help teens develop a healthy relationship with social media—where they can explore and experiment with their identities in a space of their own, without being encouraged to partake in unhealthy and dangerous behavior.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #TeenBullying #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #TeenAngst #SocialMediaUse #TeenSocialMedia
One out of every five teens (ages 12–18) report being bullied at school. Often, parents are unaware of what is happening, and the victims of bullying are too scared, ashamed, or intimidated to report it. Hence, bullying can continue for a long time without adults realizing what’s going on.
Regardless of the type of bullying or the method used, the result is the same: pain, shame, anxiety, and sometimes depression and suicidal ideation. Therefore, it’s important for parents to discuss any apprehension teens have about going to school.
Remember that victims of bullying often hide their pain, so talking about bullying will be most successful if the conversation is indirect. Talk about all aspects of school, and most importantly, make sure your child knows they are loved, and that harm caused to them by others is not their fault.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #TeenBullying #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #TeenAngst #CyberBullying
Rebellion is a natural part of being a teenager and growing up. By rebelling against authority, teenagers are expressing their beliefs and preferences as a distinct person separate from their parents. An important aspect of being a teenager is the process of developing a sense of personal identity.
But a teen’s expressions of rebellion can be difficult for parents to navigate, especially if parents and children have different priorities, values, and expectations of each other. Here are some tips for dealing with a rebellious child while also respecting their need for independence end and autonomy.
It is imperative that parents learn the tools for how to deal with a rebellious teen compassionately and with unconditional love. These can guide teens toward greater self-knowledge, healthy coping mechanisms, and skills for emotional regulation.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #RebelliousTeens #SupportingParents #ParentingTips
Is it teen angst or something worse? Given the ups and downs of teenage emotions, it can be hard for a parent to know whether a teen’s difficult phase is due to teenage angst or depression.
In fact, 40% of parents have a hard time distinguishing between mood swings and teen depression, according to a national poll conducted by the Mott Children’s Hospital.
To distinguish between teenage angst and a mental health disorder, mental health professionals examine three critical areas of concern: Intensity, duration and the domains within behaviors occur. Assessing whether a teen’s emotional angst passes quickly and how acute it is, as well as how many domains it encompasses, provides important information about what they are experiencing.
If emotional angst has progressed to the point that a teen has ongoing, intense symptoms, the best course of action is to access professional help and make sure the teen has a comprehensive mental health assessment. Early diagnosis and treatment of depression and any co-occurring disorders improves treatment outcomes.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #RebelliousTeens #SupportingParents #ParentingTips #TeenAngst
The new high school movie “The Fallout” is raising awareness about what teen trauma can look like in the wake of a tragedy. While the characters from the movie are directly involved in a traumatic event, teens who indirectly experience national tragedies can also experience a long-lasting impact. They can suffer from a form of trauma known as secondary PTSD.
In recent years, explicit media coverage of horrific national tragedies, specifically school shootings, has catalyzed increasing numbers of secondary PTSD cases.
Secondary PTSD can affect every aspect of life. Therefore, early assessment and treatment is essential. In addition, there are several coping strategies that can help both adolescents and adults heal from traumatic stress. These include journaling, practicing self-compassion, seek a support network and unplug from social media for a little while.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #SecondaryPTSD #TeenPTSD #TeenageTrauma #TeenTrauma #fallout #thefalloutmovie
Teenage emotions are notoriously volatile, ranging from angry to sullen and all points in between, sometimes in the space of a single day. In part, the intensity and unpredictability of teen emotions can be attributed to an immature brain.
However, emotional dysregulation (the inability to manage one’s emotions appropriately in a range of situations) can also be a hallmark of many common mental health disorders.
Building skills to support emotional regulation for kids can help prevent or improve these conditions.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #emotionalregulation
In our hyperconnected world, people of all ages have instant access to what’s happening around the globe. Vivid images and sounds of violence and war—like what’s happening now in Ukraine—can invade our homes and our psyches in the blink of an eye.
It can be difficult to figure out how to help our children process traumatic events. Talking about what’s happening is the best approach for how to help a child after a traumatic event. Discussing the event with a trusted adult can help children and teenagers process their feelings.
Even if a teen appears indifferent to the event, it’s important to talk about it. They may be feeling strong emotions under the stoic front. The first step is opening a safe space for communication.
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #SecondaryPTSD #TeenPTSD #teentrauma
March 1 was #selfinjuryawarenessday, March 2 was #worldteenmentalwellnessday, and all month long #selfinjuryawarenessmonth is observed.
It's OK to feel negative emotions, but there are other ways to cope with painful feelings that don’t involve causing any harm. It is important that parents and caregivers support their teens through these feelings.
In the moment, distraction tactics like calling a friend or therapist, taking a walk, or making a cup of tea can work well. Replacing the sensation by clapping hands, stomping feet, or taking a cold shower are also good resources. The most important of them all is to develop a safe space for teens to ask for help without judgment.
Raising awareness, understanding why this behavior occurs, and knowing what to do and where to seek treatment when you or a loved one is self-harming are essential.
* IMPORTANT* In case of emergency, call 911 or @national_suicide_prevention at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #RaisingTeens
New research shows that weekly ER visits for several mental health concerns drastically increased for teens during the pandemic. So today, more than ever, we would like to share the number-one thing a parent can do to support their teen’s mental wellness ... have open and honest conversations.
Routine mental health temperature checks and trauma-informed treatment can provide parents with what they need to keep their families healthy. However, it all starts with fostering a sense of trust, openness, and acceptance between a parent/guardian and a teen.
What questions can you ask today to spark a conversation with the teen in your life? 👇🏼
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #negativethoughts #TeenMentalWellnessDay #TeenMentalWellness #WorldTeenMentalWellnessDay
It’s natural to have negative thoughts—in fact, it’s a survival mechanism. So-called “negativity bias” is an evolutionary mechanism that dates back to our earliest ancestors.
Over time, however, these patterns of negative thinking can lead to feelings of anger and hopelessness, and eventually to mental health issues like anxiety and depression. That’s why an important part of raising teens is helping them practice reframing those negative thoughts.
Reframing negative thoughts and situations can help struggling teens feel more empowered and hopeful. What are some other ways adults can support teens as they reframe their negative thoughts?
#TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvisory #ParentingTeens #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalwellbeing #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtips #parentingsupport #mentalillness #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthcheck #negativethoughts #reframeyourthoughts
The Importance of Teen Friendships
Reading Time: 6 minutes Friendships are incredibly important during adolescence. Teen friendships help young people feel a sense of acceptance and belonging. They support the development of compassion, caring, and empathy, and they are […]
