Your support is important for your daughter.

Teenagers will naturally outgrow their mental health issues. Unfortunately not. Early intervention can be crucial for preventing the escalation of mental health issues and setting a positive trajectory for the future. Neuroscientific research indicates that early (therapeutic)interventions can recalibrate the stress response system in the brain, preventing chronic mental health issues.

Studies show that early intervention programs can reduce the incidence of mental health issues in adults by up to 40%. To support this we can increase awareness around this fact, implement school-based mental health programs and facilitate access to professional help.

Mental resilience is a like a muscle - the more we work on it, the stronger it gets. For teen, who are dealing with school stress, making friends, and lots of personal changes, being mentally strong is really important. It helps them handle tough times better and makes them ready for the future.

To support your daughter you can:

Listen actively to her feelings and concerns without judgment.
Encourage her to express herself through activities she enjoys, like drawing or writing.
Teach her simple relaxation techniques, such as breathing exercises or mindfulness.
Set up a regular routine that includes healthy eating, exercise, and enough sleep.
Help her build a support network by connecting with friends, family, or sport groups.

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Source:

Prevention and early intervention in youth mental health: is it time for a multidisciplinary and trans-diagnostic model for care? Marco Colizzi, Antonio Lasalvia, and Mirella Ruggeri (2020). Int J Ment Health Syst.

Exercise

Here are some easy ways to help teenagers become more resilient and face challenges with
confidence:

how to support your daughter

Writing about challenges

Ask them to write down tough things they've faced and how they solved them. This helps them see their strengths. Encourage them to think about what they learned and how it can help them later.

The power of "yet"

Introduce the concept of "not yet" to help teens understand that not
being able to do something at the moment doesn't mean they'll never be able to do it. When they express doubts or say they can't do something, add "yet" to the end of their statement to shift the perspective towards growth.

Changing negative thoughts

Help them notice when they're being hard on themselves and
to write these thoughts down. Show them how to change these thoughts to something positive. For example, instead of saying, "I'm bad at math," they can say, "I'm getting better at math every day".