Anxiety in teens: The warning signs every parent must know

Feeling worried or anxious from time to time is completely normal. But how do parents and carers tell the difference between worries that are normal and manageable for our teenagers and those that may require some additional support?

Learning how to tell the difference and understanding what you an do to help your teenager if they are struggling with their worries can make a huge difference for their emotional well-being.

In this lesson we discuss:
- how to distinguish between typical teenage worries and anxiety that may require more attention and support
- the signs and cause of anxiety in teenagers
- what is happening in the teenage brain during periods of anxiety

We finish with some strategies for things that you can do if you think your teenager is suffering with anxiety, including when to seek additional professional help.