Being a teenager is not always easy; there is pressure to do well in school and sports while maintaining a healthy social life. Enough sleep, positive relationships and attitudes, as well as regular exercise and educated choices, help teens make the right decisions for themselves. These 7 wellness tips for teens will help avoid negative consequences of teenage pressures, including depression and substance abuse.
Top 7 Tips for Teen Wellness
By Teen Rehab
Being a teenager is not always easy. Here are seven ways to take care of your health and well-being while hitting the books, fields and hangouts.
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1. Get Enough Sleep
By Teen Rehab
To make sure your teen is getting the recommended eight to 10 hours of sleep a night, create a bedtime routine to wind down and get their body in the habit of going to sleep at the same time every night.
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2. Stay Active
By Teen Rehab
Being a part of a sports group or team also creates friendships and improves self-esteem and body image issues, which many teens struggle with as their bodies mature and grow.
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3. Deal with Stress
By Teen Rehab
Being active, sleeping and eating well, talking about anxiety and making time to do enjoyable things are all ways to deal with stress and prevent anxiety from developing depression.
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4. Get Organized
By Teen Rehab
Staying organized is a great way to deal with stress. Help your teen keep a schedule, complete homework assignments and make time for all the important people in theirr life.
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5. Stand Up For Yourself
By Teen Rehab
Teens face some serious decisions, like deciding whether or not to try drugs or alcohol. Not giving in to peer pressure can improve self-esteem and help them deal with stress.
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6. Love Your Body
By Teen Rehab
Exercising, eating well, stopping negative thoughts and surrounding your teen with positive people can all help to improve confidence and body image.
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7. If They’re Having Sex, Make Sure It’s Safe
By Teen Rehab
If your teen decides to have sex, ensure they use some form of protection, such as condoms, to help prevent sexually transmitted infections or birth control to help prevent pregnancy.
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