Teenagers Wellbeing

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Supporting Teens: Navigating Life’s Turbulent Waters

Adolescence is a tumultuous phase, brimming with potential, yet difficult to navigate. It is estimated that three quarters of mental health conditions emerge by the age of 24. Teenage girls in particular are at a greater risk of developing mental health issues in early adulthood.

The Unique Landscape of Teenage Years:

A Time of Transition: Adolescence bridges the gap between childhood and adulthood. The journey, while exciting, can sometimes feel overwhelming for many teens as they experience:
Hormonal Fluctuations: rapid hormonal changes, moods, changes to the brain and thought processes.
Social Challenges: Peer pressure, belonging, dealing with bullies and carving out a personal identity
Academic and Home Stresses: academic demands independence and autonomy, and stressful life events

Our Tailored Approach for Teens:

Holistic Brain Integration: Fostering positive brain development, helping teens make better decisions and understand their emotions more deeply.
Bach Flowers and Reflex Integration: These methods provide a comprehensive approach, addressing the physical, emotional, and mental needs of each teen.
Tools and Strategies: Every teenager is an individual with their own set of strengths and challenges. With that in mind sessions are tailored. Whether that involves art and mind maps, somatic movement, retraining negative beliefs or something else.
Adapted Session Durations: Recognizing the varying attention spans and unique needs of teenagers, our sessions are tailored to provide optimal impact in the time that we spend together.
Regular Check-Ins: To ensure consistent support, we offer regular check-in services. Whether it’s a quick chat or a deeper discussion, we’re here for them.

Supporting Teenagers Through Transformation:

The teenage years are marked by significant changes in brain development that can have profound effects on psychological well-being. Research has shown that during adolescence, the brain undergoes a process known as synaptic pruning, where unnecessary neural connections are eliminated to make room for more efficient pathways. This rewiring of the brain can lead to heightened emotions, impulsivity, and a tendency to seek novelty and risk-taking. It’s a period of rapid change, both cognitively and emotionally.

A teen who is well educated about their individual nervous system has access to multiple coping skills. Livvy guides your teen in this education empowering them with the knowledge and strategies to navigate their current phase of life and those to come. How? Amongst other things:

enabling your teen to express themselves

enhance self-awareness

education on the nervous system

identifying (through joint investigation along with your teen) which tools help them thrive

a safe and nurturing environment

Family support plays a crucial role in a teenager’s journey to well-being. Parents and caregivers often provide the foundation for a teen’s emotional support system. That is why as part of helping teens it is essential to support parents and caregivers. With that in mind Livvy, encourages caregivers to actively engage in the therapeutic process. Family dynamics contribute greatly to a teen’s challenges, involving caregivers provides teens with more comprehensive and effective support network.

Investing in the emotional well-being of your teen, helps address any immediate challenges and may help set them up for life. Livvy warmly and without judgement encourage parents and caregivers to take this step to help your teen to heal and growth. Your involvement can be a vital part of your teen’s path to well-being. Together, we can foster an environment of understanding, connection, and healing for the whole family.

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Common Emotional Challenges Teens May Face:

Teenagers often encounter various emotional challenges as they navigate the complexities of growing up. These challenges can include:

Feelings of Anxiety: Such as excessive worry, social apprehension, or sudden panic.
Persistent Sadness: Experiencing prolonged feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or loss of interest in once-loved activities.
Difficulty with Focus: Struggling to concentrate, impulsivity, or restlessness.
Negative Body Image: Having a negative view of their body, leading to diminished self-esteem.
Turbulent Emotions: Experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions, sometimes leading to risky behaviors.
Isolation and Loneliness: Feeling disconnected from peers or having trouble forming meaningful social connections.
Challenges in Communication: Struggling with effective communication and building healthy relationships.
Academic Pressure: Coping with the pressure of academic demands and concerns about the future.
Substance Use: Engaging in experimentation with drugs or alcohol, which can sometimes lead to dependency.
Self-Harm and Suicidal Thoughts: Facing self-destructive behaviors or thoughts of self-harm or suicide.

It’s important to note that these emotional challenges can be signs of distress and should be addressed with care and support. Adolescence is a time of self-discovery and growth, and it’s not uncommon for teenagers to face these emotional ups and downs as they navigate their path to adulthood.