For+Parents+With+Stressed+Teens

What Is a Parent To Do?

 * Be encouraging and positive; talk with them and reach out to him/her. Once you show your teen that you are willing to walk through trying times with them, your teen will be more accepting of your help.


 * Be aware of your own stress levels. Sometimes that is what is increasing his/her stress.Your child feeds off of your emotions.


 * Be understanding, and don't put his/her problems down. Even if you don't completely agree, calmly give your side. Sometimes your teen just needs to view the situation differently.


 * Support involvement in sports and other extracurricular activities to promote healthy outlets to your teen's stress. This also helps to get his/her mind off of whatever is bothering him/her for a while.


 * Seek outside help if needed. Do not make any agreement to just keep it between you and your teen. Sometimes you will find out information about your teen that is just too much for you to deal with. Make sure to get outside help if needed.

Web. 02 Mar. 2011. .