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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.
Finding Awe in Uncertain Times
Seeking awe may be at the bottom of our COVID agenda. Dr. Susan Mangan explains why awe can helps us in times of loss.
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On the Road to Healing: Meaning-Making and Beliefs During COVID-19
Dr. Stephanie Trudeau continues her discussion on loss, and how meaning-making and beliefs can guide us toward healing.
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Light in Darkness: Not a Wholly Unprecedented Holy Week
Dr. Pam King explores how our beliefs can bring hope and light to our lives during dark times like COVID-19.
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What’s Loss Got to Do with It: Loss in Time of COVID-19
Dr. Stephanie Trudeau talks collective loss and how we can approach our feelings with compassion and grace.
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Activities for Busting the COVID-19 Blues
Social distancing can be hard, so how we can thrive even in isolation? Dr. Susan Mangan shares activities that help build resilience.
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Homebound: Protecting Our Spiritual Health
Guest blogger, Dr. Angela Gorrell emphasizes the importance of nurturing our spiritual health in order to thrive during COVID-19.
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Mindful Parenting Practices for Stressful Times
Thrive Fellow, Leanne Bishara shares 4 mindfulness practices to help parents become more engaged and less stressed when interacting with teens.
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Aumentando las emociones positivas en el hogar
Dra. Susan Mangan ofrece 3 ejercicios en casa que pueden aumentar nuestras emociones positivas.
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Boosting Positive Emotions at Home
Dr. Susan Mangan provides 3 at-home exercises that can increase our positive emotions as we continue to navigate through COVID-19.
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Family Under Pressure: the Connecting Power of Being Isolated Together
Dr. Stephanie Trudeau offers ways we can orient our family towards growth and connection amid isolation during COVID-19.
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