EMOTIONAL REGULATION: THE SKILL MOST TEENS ARE MISSING

Many teens are expected to manage emotions without having learned how.

Signs of poor regulation include:

• Explosive reactions

• Withdrawal

• Impulsivity

• Avoidance

Without regulation skills, teens are at higher risk of:

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Social difficulties

Effective support includes:

• Co-regulation

• Naming emotions

• Teaching coping strategies

• Practising skills

Behaviour improves when skills improve.