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Adolescence is a meaningful and challenging period in life when youth experience many social, physical, and psychological changes; explore their individual identities; and learn how to navigate their social world. Parents, coaches, mentors, and youth practitioners may at times feel overwhelmed and conflicted on how best support teens as they transition from childhood to adulthood.
Research suggests that involvement and support from caring adults is critical during adolescence. Therefore, our aim with this blog is to provide those who care for youth with the latest research on positive youth development and resources that promote adolescent thriving.
All Bets are Off: Rethinking the Basics Amid COVID-19
How can we carry out our basic needs and still thrive during COVID-19? Dr. Pam King shares 8 ways we can do this.
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Thriving over the Long Haul this Fall
Dr. Pam King reviews the elements of thriving and provides tips on how we can pursue a thriving mindset as we approach fall 2020.
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Alleviating Anxiety and Stress in Children during COVID-19
Thrive Fellow, Leanne Bishara and guest blogger, Hannah Ewert continue their discussion on cognitive behavioral treatments to increase relaxation and positive behaviors in kids.
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Anxiety and Stress in Children during COVID-19
Thrive Fellow, Leanne Bishara and guest blogger, Hannah Ewert recommend 3 cognitive behavioral treatments to help regulate kids’ stress.
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Finding Anchoring Rituals in Times like COVID-19
Thrive Fellow, Esther Tan shares her COVID-19 experience and how anchoring rituals have helped her find resilience.
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5 Joy Competencies to Counter the Effects of Confinement During COVID-19, Pt. 2
Thrive Fellow, Fred Defoy discusses spiritual joy and vocational joy as resources to help us thrive in hard times.
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How to Foster Empathy and Compassion in Children during the Pandemic
Is it possible to cultivate empathy and compassion in kids? Dr. Joey Fung shares 6 ways parents can do this.
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Third Culture Kids During Quarantine: Adaptability and Purpose
Thrive Fellow, Esther Tan interviews an adult Third Culture Kid on how purpose has helped him navigate through COVID-19.
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It’s Okay to Let Your Child be Bored This Summer
Dr. Joey Fung discusses how embracing boredom and creating space for unstructured play can help kids thrive this summer.
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5 Joy Competencies to Counter the Effects of Confinement During COVID-19, Pt. 1
Thrive fellow, Fred Defoy shares the first 3 joy competencies that can help us thrive through our bodies, creativity, and sense of belonging.
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