6 tips on supporting teens through big emotions (via NPRLifeKit):
Being a teenager is hard. Every day holds the possibility of emotional highs and lows, and parents don't always know how to be supportive.says instead of jumping into problem-solving mode, parents can learn to ride the wave of emotional management with their teens.Remember that adolescence is a demanding developmental stage. Damour says one of the best gifts you can give a teen is to be a steady presence and lead with curiosity and empathy.
When a teen is experiencing low self-esteem, Damour says reassurance doesn't work nearly as well as we would like. Instead, Damour suggests empathizing with how the teen feels. Try saying,"You know that's not true, but it must feel awful to feel that way." Another tactic to help a teen experiencing a big feeling is to give them space.
Talking about emotions is good, but there can be a tipping point when talking too much about feelings. In this situation, Damour suggests comforting and then shifting a teen who's overprocessing their emotions into a healthy distraction. Suggest doing an activity they enjoy and revisit the issue the next day. For the teen who doesn't talk about their feelings, Damour reminds parents that there are healthy non-verbal ways to process emotions.
Be encouraged when your teen handles their emotions in a healthy way that brings relief and does no harm. But Damour notes that when a teen's feelings are out of proportion and they're using destructive behaviors — like acting out or drug abuse — to cope, it's time to step in and give more support or seek professional help.
Hear more advice on supporting a teen through emotional highs and lows in the podcast episode at the top of the page or on
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