Name: Parenting Years Speaker Series- John Mattleman The "A" Word
Start: 2024-12-05T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Rupert A Nock Middle

Parenting Years Speaker Series- John Mattleman The "A" Word

Let's Talk About the 'A' Word (Anxiety)
Anxiety is now the #1 most diagnosed mental health disorder in the USA, and the leading reason why college students seek professional help. Over 40 million people in this country suffer from anxiety, and 25% of all adolescents ages 13 to 18 have an anxiety disorder. Severe and uncontrolled anxiety is similar to a learning disability, in that an elementary or secondary school student simply cannot learn to their fullest potential when anxiety is dominating. But luckily, anxiety is a highly treatable disorder.
This workshop provides the language and direction adults need to assist an anxious youth. Participants will leave the workshop with an understanding of:

The signs, symptoms, and different types of anxiety
The differences between stress and anxiety
The impact of social media on anxiety
How parents unknowingly add to their child’s anxiety
Specific techniques to support anxious youth