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Protective factors are positive influences that can be personal, social, environmental, or family-related. These factors work to strengthen resilience, promote connection, and reduce risk factors that cause isolation and other negative mental health outcomes. They greatly encourage healthier relationships, foster a sense of purpose/belonging, and make it easier to face stress and isolation as teens.Β
Protective factors are positive influences that can be personal, social, environmental, or family-related. These factors work to strengthen resilience, promote connection, and reduce risk factors that cause isolation and other negative mental health outcomes. They greatly encourage healthier relationships, foster a sense of purpose/belonging, and make it easier to face stress and isolation as teens.Β
Building Self-EsteemΒ
We're back and serving Red Velvet Cupcakes of stronger self-esteem. Now what is self esteem? Self-esteem is your overall opinion of yourself. It can be shaped by your thoughts, relationships, and even life experiences. A positive self-esteem is very important and can be fulfilled in many ways. Self-acceptance through mistakes and self reflection are great ways to make you feel more worthy and capable. Building a positive self esteem can allow you to feel more open, social, and comfortable to communicate and build stronger relationships. Try to tell yourself something nice today!
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Family Connection and InvolvementΒ
Today, we're exploring how family connection helps to reduce feeling of isolation. When it comes to wanting to have better connections, one of the first steps is communication with your loved one! Always remember, it's one small step at a time to combat isolation.Β
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Activity ParticipationΒ
Today, we meet the brownie of belonging! Here to teach you that participation in clubs or activities can be the biggest protective factor against social isolation! Always remember that people are here for you, whether you're struggling or just need somebody to talk to.Β
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Mentorship and Adult Support
Did you know that adult mentoring and support can be one of the biggest protective factors against isolation? Having that secure support and judgement free space from an adult, allows for open communication and understanding. If you're struggling, there's always support out there for you. Some read our post to find out what!Β
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Helping Others & Volunteering
Today, we explore how helping others through volunteering help to boost your personal feelings of belonging and connection! Being part of your community is one of the biggest protective factors against teen isolation. Thank you for joining us today!
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Open Conversations and Emotional HonestyΒ
Thanks for joining us today! We hope you have learned about the benefits of open communication and some ways to implement it in your relationships to help prevent isolation. Remember, you are not going through this alone! Help can be found through friends and family who can guide you through open communication! As always, see you next time cupcakes!
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