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Coping Skills for Teens

Adolescence can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster ride – the ups, downs, twists, and turns that can really throw a teen off. The rollercoaster ride can include the pressure of academics, family conflict, making and maintaining friendships and finding who you are throughout all this turbulence – it can be a lot! However, amid these challenges, there exists a treasure trove of coping skills inside of us that can serve as valuable tools to tap into to help teens feel better.

In this fun and interactive video, learn more about how these coping skills can empower teens to navigate the uncertainties of life with resilience and confidence.

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“Coping Skills for Teens” Transcript

Ask yourself, “How do I feel today?” Repeat a daily mantra. Take five minutes to write in your journal daily. Use a distraction strategy to help yourself calm down. Use the S-T-O-P skill.