We are ending the first weekend in March. Even in areas of the country where the weather is cold, people have started thinking about spring. Teens are especially excited because spring means that summer is just around the corner.
Spring signifies growth and change. All of us are looking forward to warmer weather after winter. Many of us welcome the change of spring. Your teen has pressures at this time of year, however.
What are some of the challenges of spring for teens? The last nine weeks of school are characterized by spring break, projects to complete, final exams. For juniors, the SAT and ACT are usually taken during this time and for seniors, the decision about college must be made.
How can you be helpful to your teen? Help him think about how to schedule himself so that he gets adequate sleep while he has so much going on at school. Ask him to talk about his stressors. And make sure that he gets some fun time during this three month marathon to the end of the school year.
Dr. Debra
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