teens and stress Tag Entries:
Dealing with Anxiety and Stress
According to the American Psychological Association, over 19 million American suffer from some sort of anxiety disorder. One out of every 75 people in the U.S. suffers from panic disorder. Women, more often than men, have been diagnosed with this condition more than men. So, what about kids? How does anxiety affect them? Is stress the same as anxiety? What can parents do if […]
Breath and Reduce Stress
Stressed out? Breath and relax. Child development, author and stress expert, Rebecca Kajander, reports that “at least 25% of the issues that bring children to the doctor’s office are related to stress.” Children who are “stressed out” often report symptoms that include headaches, stomachaches and sleep problems. Learning how to relax and applying the relaxation techniques listed in this article may help you and […]
Activity Overload: Are Kids Doing Too Much?
School counselors across the country are reporting that more and more students involved in extra-curricular activities are on “overload” and becoming stressed out. ScottCounseling ancorages parents and coaches to help the student athlete to develop a “balanced life;” one that avoids athletic pressures and activity overload. This article shares some thoughts and ideas by author, Jean Sather, to promote a healthy lifestyle for middle and high […]
