Helping Adolescents Feel In Control During Stressful Times

A sense of control is critical during adolescence. Teens naturally seek to exert control over their lives as they move through social, cognitive, and emotional developmental stages. Experiencing efficacy in this regard is important, particularly during a time when so many parts of life may seem uncontrollable, and potentially fearful. In addition to supporting youth in exerting control in healthy ways, pediatricians can also help them develop skills in coping with the uncontrollable, particularly in times of crisis

Mental Wellness Research

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Therapy for Teens

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