Teens

The 3 Biggest Myths About Teen Emotions—And How to Help Them Break Free

The 3 Biggest Myths About Teen Emotions—And How to Help Them Break Free

Have you ever heard your teen say, “I shouldn’t feel this way,” or, “If I feel it, it’ll never stop”? These thoughts can leave them feeling stuck, frustrated, or even ashamed of their emotions. Teens often develop beliefs about emotions based on their environment, culture, or personal experiences, and these beliefs can shape how they handle life’s challenges.

Helping Your Teen Cope With Difficult Emotions Using ACCEPTS

Helping Your Teen Cope With Difficult Emotions Using ACCEPTS

Life as a teenager can be overwhelming. Between academic stress, friendships, and figuring out their identity, teens often experience intense emotions that feel like too much to handle. This is where ACCEPTS comes in—a DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skill designed to help manage those emotions by focusing on distraction and self-soothing strategies.