Mental+Health



Being a teenager is hard. You're under stress to be liked, do well in school, get along with your family and make big decisions. You can't avoid most of these pressures, and worrying about them is normal. But feeling very sad, hopeless or worthless could be warning signs of a mental health problem.

Inside the Teenage Brain
The adolescent brain is best described as a work in progress. Teen brains are about 90-95% of their maximum size by the time you are 6 years old, but they are definitely not finished changing! Massive changes continue to occur over the next 15-20 years, as connections within the brain are strengthened and refined.

Anxiety - It's Normal
Anxiety is a natural human reaction that involves mind and body. when things get hectic and complicated. But if worries become overwhelming, you may feel that they're running your life. If you spend an excessive amount of time feeling worried or nervous, or you have difficulty sleeping because of your anxiety, pay attention to your thoughts and feelings.

What makes you anxious? What advice do you have for others who are suffering from anxiety?
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