Stress is common and impacts all of us at some point in our lives. Below is some information from the National Association of School Psychologists. Causes of Stress • At School. Stress can come from an unstructured classroom, unclear or unreasonable expectations, or fear of failure. • At Home. Stress can occur through a lack of family routines, overscheduling, prolonged or serious illness, poor nutrition, change in the family situation, financial problems, family strife or abuse, or unclear or unreasonable expectations. • Peer-related. Stress can be a result of changing school buildings, having to deal with a bully, trying to fit in with the crowd, or moving to a new community. Symptoms of Stress • Irritability or unusual emotionality or volatility. • Sleep difficulty or nightmares. • Inability to concentrate. • Drop in grades or other functioning. • Toileting or eating concerns. • Headaches or stomachaches. • Unexplained fears or increased anxiety (that also can take the form of clinging). • Isolation from family activities or peer relationships. • Drug or alcohol experimentation. How Parents Can Help • Be aware of your child’s behaviors and emotions. • Build trust with your child. • Be available and open to talk when your child is ready. If family circumstances are contributing to the stress, be willing to answer questions honestly and calmly. • Encourage the expression of feelings. • Teach and model good emotional responses. Follow me on Twitter @DrEarlTurner for daily post on psychology, mental health, and parenting. Feel free to Like my Facebook page. Read my Psychology Today blog https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-race-good-health/ Read my blog post on stress -Practical Strategies to Cope with Stress -5 Tips for Helping Teens Cope with Stress Reference: National Association of School Psychologists. Stress in Children and Teens: Tips for Parents. Retrieved from http://www.nasponline.org/families/stress08.pdf
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