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Stress and teenagers

There are a number of things that you can try to help your teenager deal with stress. If you'd like to understand more about helping your teenager deal with stress, go to our page on stress and teenagers. It can also help to talk to other parents in the forums to get tips on teen stress or share your own ideas with others.

Otherwise, see below for some ideas on what you can do to help your teenager with stress.

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Stress in teenagers

It is important for teens to learn how to healthily manage stress. Here’s how to support a stressed teen.

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Stress management techniques for teens

Long-term stress can take a toll on your teen’s wellbeing. You can help them manage their stress through healthy lifestyle habits, relaxation techniques, self-care and getting professional support if they need it.

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How to relieve stress for teenagers

Activity, good food and good sleep can help reduce stress and cope when stressful events occur.

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Help your child develop coping skills for stress

Help your teenager to identify what is causing them stress, and what actions are within their control to manage it.

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A GP's take: Supporting your teen with stress

Dr Bill Kefalas shares his top stress reduction tips and how GP's can help.

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Understanding exam stress in teenagers

Find out what causes stress during exams, the signs of stress, and ways your teen can manage their wellbeing.

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Helping your teen deal with the stress of a natural disaster

You can help your teen by being open to any stress bushfires may cause and taking steps to help them manage it.

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Video: What they wish you knew about stress

Young people share their stories about feeling stressed as a teenager.

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Practical strategies for managing exam stress

Support your teen with a range of strategies to help them manage their stress before, during and after exams.

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Talking to your teen about money problems

Check out our tips for talking to a teenager about money being an issue during tough times.

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How to be a supportive parent to your teenagerTeaching your teens resilienceTeenage wellbeingTalking about mental health with your teen
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