Parenting a teenager can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming. Teens often hide their emotions, minimize what they are experiencing, or express stress in ways that are easy to overlook.
There’s a growing recognition on the part of parents that unbridled access to screen time may not be healthy for their child’s development. We have witnessed increased rates of childhood anxiety, mood instability, sleep disruption, and social stress.
Teachers play a critical role in identifying anxiety, helping students develop coping skills, and knowing when it’s time to bring in the support of a licensed professional.
It’s summer, and it’s hot!
But our Broward County District School Board educators’ love for learning remains strong. I had the pleasure of presenting at the Summer Exceptional Educators Training to 120 enthusiastic educators.
The topic: Anxiety in Students with Down Syndrome. It was a day of learning and fun! A big thanks to the Broward Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization and the district for their year-round commitment to teacher training and our students.
