Managing Emotions

Anger

8 Anger Management Strategies for Your Students - Brookes BlogWith school violence and bullying making headlines on a regular basis, teachers and parents need a toolbox of strategies to help children manage difficult emotions like anger before they escalate into problems. In today’s post, we bring you a few helpful tips you can share with your students to help them defuse, reduce, or redirect […]

Anger Management - HelpGuide.orgIs your temper hijacking your life? Learn how to control your anger with these straightforward anger management tips.

8 Ways to Teach Teens Anger Management SkillsAnger management is an important life skill. Read how to teach your teen to deal with frustration and anger in a socially appropriate manner.

Anxiety

Back to School AnxietyHow to help kids manage anxiety at the start of a new school year, and make sure anxiety doesn't cause disruptive behavior in the classroom

What Is Social Anxiety?More than just shy, kids with social anxiety worry acutely about how they appear to others and are so afraid of embarrassing themselves it can be crippling.

My Sixth Grader Is Anxious About School. What Can I Do?Middle school can make lots of kids anxious. Find out how parents can help ease anxiety about middle school. Get tips from an expert.

Kids' Biggest Middle School FearsHelp ease the transition to a new school by tuning into what worries your child most.

ADAA is an international nonprofit membership organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders through education, practice, and research.adaa.org/

Angst Resources | iNDIEFLIX EducationWe know anxiety can cause you, your loved ones, and your friends a lot of stress. Here are some of the resources we believe can help.

Depression

Signs of depression at different agesDepression is common in kids who learn and think differently. Use this checklist to get a sense of signs and symptoms of depression at various ages.

How to Spot Depression in a ChildLearn how to tell if your child is depressed with this review of depression signs and how they differ from normal reactions to everyday problems.

Adolescent Depression: What Parents Can Do To HelpWhen a teen has depression, there are things parents can do to help. These include encouraging healthy habits, fostering good coping and problem solving skills, rehearsing good behavior and social skills, and creating a safety and emergency plan.

A Caring Presence: How Parents and Teachers Can Help Teens With DepressionDepression touches people of all ages, but teens are especially vulnerable, and the presence of a caring parent or teacher can make a big difference for a teen who is struggling.

Stress

10 Ways to Help Your Middle- or High-Schooler Manage StressStress is common among teens who learn and think differently. These tips can help your high school child manage stress and face challenges effectively.

Top 10 Stress Management Techniques for StudentsDiscover some of the best stress management techniques for students to help you stay healthy and do well in school.

Coping with School StressFor children and teens, too much work and too little play can backfire, leading to signs of depression, anxiety, perfectionism and stress.

8 Warning Signs That Your Child Is Under Too Much StressWhether it's family, friends, school, or something else causing your child distress, if he exhibits any of these signs of anxiety, it may be time to take action.

*The links and information above are purely for educational purposes and are not intended as psychological interventions or as a substitute for psychological treatment. If you or someone you know are in need of psychological help, you should seek the consultation of a mental health professional.