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How to Help Adolescents Manage Their Stress <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Left unchecked, long-term stress can contribute to a long list of physical and mental health problems. Prolonged stress can cause high blood pressure, weaken the immune system and contribute to diseases such as heart disease and obesity. It can also lead to mental health problems such as depression and anxiety. In a study conducted in 2018, researchers analyzed data from the National Survey of Mental Health and found that rates of anxiety and depression had increased in kids ages 6-17, from 5.4% in 2003 to 8.4% in 2011-12.<\/p>\n

Stress in adolescents doesn\u2019t always look like stress in adults. Just like adults, adolescents can find healthy ways to cope. Together, adolescents and their parents can learn to spot the signs of excess stress and with the right tools manage it. These strategies can help keep stress in check:<\/p>\n

Enough sleep<\/h6>\n

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Sleep is essential for physical and emotional well-being. Experts recommend 8-10 hours of sleep a night. Sleep has to be a priority to keep stress in check. To protect shut-eye, restrict screen use at night and avoid keeping digital devices in the bedroom.<\/p>\n

Exercise<\/h6>\n

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Physical activity is a crucial stress reliever for people of all ages. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends at least 60 minutes a day of activity for children ages 6 -17.
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