https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp Send through your mental health questions for advice on managing stress, coping with life's challenges and keeping a positive mindset. en-us 2018-10-23 00:25:24 UTC 2018-10-30 03:12:56 UTC hello@padlet.com m_mccann https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295737849 2018-10-23 00:28:59 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295737849 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295759535 Dear parent,
I have received your message of your stressful kids and I have a few suggestions on how to decrease or maybe even stop your kid’s stress. Here they are:
1. Get your kids to listen to calm and peaceful music for about 15 minutes, this will really help them calm down.
2. As normal your kids should eat plenty of fruits and food they shoul also drink plenty of water.
3. Talk with your kids more and get them to discuss their problems with you more.
4. Get them to meditate more to cal their bodies more.
-Try and avoid alcohol and drugs
I hope I helped you a lot and please contact me if you need any more advice.
Kind Regards, Danupa and Brian.

]]> 2018-10-23 02:08:12 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295759535 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295759619 Good morning [insert name], we heard about your issues with your children’s stress levels, stress is very common with all teen ages, 31 percent of teenagers reported dealing with stress. There are some useful methods to relieve stress. One of the most useful ways to relieve stress is to exercise, exercising reduces stress hormones such as cortisol and releases endorphins which make you feel very happy, exercise also enduces good sleep habits which could be affected by stress. Sport teams are a good way to keep on top of exercising and being social, laughing releases endorphins which makes you happy. getting proper amounts of sleep (8-10 hours) can make you feel energetic and happy in the mornings and throughout the day. Healthy eating  goes hand in hand with good sleep habits, getting enough nutrients gives you energy and reduces stress hormones. Music stimulates the brain, soothing music soothes, taking deep breathing also calms you down and relieves stress. Doing activities such as colouring in, chewing gum and yoga all relieve stress, these activities take your mind off of stressful situations and stress in general, they calm you down. If these don’t help with reducing your children’s stress, consult a councillor such as headspace. We hope this helps with your children’s wellbeing, thank you and take care.
-Mitch n’ Siri from the research health and stress control department

]]> 2018-10-23 02:08:41 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295759619 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295760383 Hi there, I would first like to  reassure you that stress is a common thing which occurs within many people especially teenagers, so you shouldn’t be to worried.
Here are a few things they can do to help prevent their stress
Caffeine
For a start if they are drinking alot of caffeine then you should start by reducing their intake but keep in mind different people have different thresholds for how much they can tolerate and caffeine taken in high doses is a stimulant for anxiety and stress. 
Exercise 
Another important thing you could do is get them into a sport as exercise is one of the most important things you can do to relieve stress because by putting physical stress on your body it takes away from the mental stress they are going through.
Friends and family 
You should also be encouraging them to spend a balanced time with their friends and family as being apart of a friend network can really give you a sense of belonging and self worth. 
Here are a few things they should not be doing as it entices their stress
Spending to much time working/studying
Make sure that your kids are not suffocating themselves with study/work because that can only make the stress levels higher. Make sure they are doing the needed amount of work and study but keep a balance between the work and socialising and relaxing.
Don’t stay up late thinking about it
People often stay up late thinking and dwelling on their problems and everything they are stressed about which only makes things worse. They should be getting a good amount of sleep so that they aren’t tired as well as stressed.
Don’t repeat problems unless resolved
Don’t get me wrong it is good to talk about your problems and what is stressing you out but it shouldn’t be the only thing you talk about. That can often not only drive your friends away ( as nobody wants to only talk about how stressed you are). Try not to repeat what is stressing you out over and over unless you have made and thought of resolutions to help.
I hope this email has helped inform you of what you should be doing when stressed and how not to become or carry on being stressed. 
Kind regards 
Imogen]]> 2018-10-23 02:13:26 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295760383 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295760748 Dear ‘Concerned Parent’,

We have read about your problem and we are here to help. To make sure that your children are actually suffereing from stress, some symptoms include: being moody and agitated, having difficulty relaxing, and avoiding social interactions. They may have low energy, insomnia, and frequent colds. Stress may also cause constant worrying, forgetfullness, and inability to focus. Also, be very aware of their changes in appetite! If they stop eating please take them to a doctor immmediately. It is very important to support your kids and let them know that you are there for them. Because of stress, 31% of teens feel overwhelmed and 31% feel depressed and sad. 36% of teens also feel tired as a result of stress, and 23% have reported skipping a meal due to stress. Please, remember to take care of yourself as you take care of them, though. Your health is just as important as their’s. Some ways to overcome stress are to change the way you think about events, make a conscious choice to try and be more optimistic during stressful situations. In the short term, slowing down your breathing and doing things you enjoy can also help to relieve stress. It can also help to have a structured way of thinking when solving problems as well as exercising more. If the stress escalates into something more I suggest going to a councillor or therapist. If you may not be able to afford one there are always options for in-school councilling. If it indeed has gone beyond stress, anti-anxiety and antidepressants are always a valid option for treating mental conditions. Sleep is always important, and eating right can really change how a person feels emotionally and physically. But remember, people react to stress differently and the symptoms that your children are experiencing may be a result of some other mental illness. NEVER JUMP TO CONCLUSIONS, THOUGH! Self-diagnosing is a very dangerous and immature thing to do. If there are suspicions of a mental illness visit a specialist doctor, like a psychologist.

Take care and good luck!
~ India and Kiralee 😊

P.S. Here are some of the sites that we use and some site recommendations!

We Used:
https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-symptoms-effects_of-stress-on-the-body
https://thiswayup.org.au/how-do-you-feel/stressed/
https://www.apa.org/monitor/2014/04/teen-stress.aspx

Recommendations:
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
https://www.betterhelp.com/go/
http://www.messagesofhope.org.au/stress-survey/

]]> 2018-10-23 02:15:03 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295760748 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295760769 Hi, 

Thanks for reaching out to us. First of all you should talk to your kids and try and find out what is causing the stress, from here you can talk to them and see what they would like to do to help relax. 

Activities that may help :
Some ideas are meditation, exercise, counselling and also make sure that they’re getting enough sleep. You can try taking them away for a weekend to try and take their minds off of things or tell them to have some friends over. Also remember to monitor their social life to make sure that their not in any sort of trouble or are getting bullied.  

Websites :
There are also a bunch of websites and apps that can help you out such as Happify, this app asks you a series of questions that can help you cope with the stress and negativity in your life. Headspace is a great website to turn to as well and it uses calming techniques like meditation to bring some calmness into your day.

 I hope these techniques and suggestions work for your kids and controls and relieves their stress levels. 
~Jess and Montana]]> 2018-10-23 02:15:10 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295760769 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295761795 Hello, thankyou for your message.

Being a parent means that the responsibility of your child is up to you. Making sure your child/children are okay starts with figuring out the problem.
1) Start by prioritising your time to talking to your child about what they’re stressed about, this allows you to find better and more efficient ways on how to reduce your child’s stress. 
2) Try to avoid giving your children alot to do around the house, or other activities that might result in higher stress levels.

Here are some ways that are backed up by research to help your child’s stress effectively:
1) Getting more sleep
2) Having a diary so that they are organised
3) Managing your child’s time effectively, and limiting as much stress as you can from your child like reducing their amount of jobs around the house. 

Hope this helped :)]]> 2018-10-23 02:20:18 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295761795 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762042 Dear concerned parent. 
Try to engage with your child and spend more time with them so you have a better understanding of what they are going through. Ask them questions like how are you feeling? Are you getting bullied at school? Is there something stressing you out? Make them avoid alcoholic beverages and caffeine so they are more calm. Take your child’s electronics at night time so they can get more sleep during the night so they are less stressful. Also you can try relaxation techniques such as meditation, yoga, or going and getting a message. Or ask your child what they  would like to do because they might not want to do relaxation techniques like yoga or meditating. If they are stressing about school work ask them  if they want to go for a bike ride with you or play football or maybe cricket with you. 
Kind regards ]]> 2018-10-23 02:21:28 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762042 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762120 Hi, today we have come up with some tips to help you help your child cope with stress and anxiety.
1. Prioritise sleep and make sure your child has ten or more hours of sleep per night.
2. Make sure your child has breaks in between homework to calm themselves down.
3. Tell you kids to take 5 to ten minutes a night to just breathe and relax before they go to sleep.
4. Make sure they know you are always there to talk to them about the stress and help them out when needed. ]]> 2018-10-23 02:21:51 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762120 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762179 Dear Mrs. Consernedparent 
Feeling irritable is the most common symptom of teen stress and 46% of teens who reported experiencing stress combated it by playing video games. You should avoid pressuring decisions as the top two causes of teen stress are school work and their parents.

Exercise is very important. Make sure your child remains active and healthy during stressful times. Exercise as well as listening to music also help to relieve stress by diverting the mind and clearing unwanted thoughts. 62% of a focus group reported a decrease in stress after taking part in physical activities.

They should remember to stay social and talk to people about their stress it has been proven beneficial to talk to others about your stress this will remind you that you are not alone.

Make sure you get the recommended amount of sleep 8-10 hours for teens this will ensure you are always in your best frame of mind. This also helps you stay calm.]]> 2018-10-23 02:22:14 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762179 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762199 To manage stress as a teenager maybe talk to your teachers to slow down on the tests or homework because getting it all done to a good standard can be quite stressful, managing your day like a timetable to organise yourself, or making sure your sleeping more than 8 hours per day, or just getting out in the sun for a walk for physical education, or taking supplements if you don’t have enough time to get out in the sun or make a good meal for natural vitamins take them in pill form.
By Brody Lucas and Matthew Ash

]]> 2018-10-23 02:22:21 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762199 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762427 Hi there, first of all you need to figure out what is causing their stress you can do this by talking and listening to them you then have to find away around it, but remember not to get stressed out yourself because it can make your child more stressed. 

After you’ve figured out what is causing their stress find away to limit it for example if it’s homework make a schedule to spread it out and make sure they don’t leave it to the last minute or if there having problems with there friends make them talk to them.

 Another way to limit stress is having the same routine like getting ready for bed the same time everyday and waking up and going to sleep the same time, because tiredness can cause stress. ~Taylor ]]> 2018-10-23 02:23:36 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762427 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762472 Factors like loss of sleep may be affecting your child’s learning, putting them behind assments and creating more stress for them to cope with. To help your child reduce stress you can put them through programs like meditation and or councilling and make sure they get atleast 8 hours of sleep.]]> 2018-10-23 02:23:48 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762472 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762817 Hello concerned parent
I read your concerning comment here, and I have some suggestions what to do and what not to do with stress.
So what to do to relieve stress they can do some exercise because by putting physical stress on your body it can help mental stress or you can listen to relaxing music. Relaxing music can help because Relaxing instrumental music can reduce  heart rate as well as stress hormones.
Now things not to do is drink caffeine because caffeine is a stimulate and when you are stressed you don’t need it and you can really go to sleep at night
Also do not play fortnite because when you die you can get really get angry when you are already stressed.

]]> 2018-10-23 02:25:30 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762817 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762847 steering clear of stress is almost impossible to do in today’s high-pressure society. Teenagers are exposed to stress almost everyday, with school, family, social life and just thinking about the further can set off a stress hormone. But everybody goes through stress so it’s not too much of a concern. Before going to accesive remedy’s and solutions to stress, it is a good idea to give natural remedy’s a try. Natural remedy’s such as herbs and oils really help when it comes to any type of stress. Rhodiola is high classed herb that can help, it helps by enhancing physical and mental performance during times of stress. It helps the body adapt and cope with new hormones, in this case “stress”. Another herb is Withania which is used to restore vitality during debilitation, stress and exhaustion. A final herb is Tyrosine which regulates stress responses. For example, if you child is showing signs of stress like low energy, you could give him a herbal tea of Withania because that certain herb restores vitality. Although herbs are very helpful, for stress relief on the go, oils are right up your alley. All you need is an oil in a roll on bottle and your good! Oils that help are Lemon balm, which relives mood swings, stress and anxiety. Theanine, valerian, lavander and chamomile are some good oils to read up on. All these methods are very good to use, but you can’t be drinking tea and rubbing oils every minute of every day. Some good background stress relief methods include, listening to calm music, having nice candles burning with nice smells, eating healthy, exercise regularly, try meditation, listening to calm music, trying yoga, deep breathing exercises, having monthly massages, making time for things you enjoy like hobbies, and reading good books. If all fails you can eventually go and see a emotion therapist as a last resort. Hope I helped! ]]> 2018-10-23 02:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295762847 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295763034 Tell him wot is wrong.
1 play games 
2 ]]> 2018-10-23 02:26:43 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295763034 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295763036 Hi there, if your kids are dealing with stress then they’re obviously dealing with a problem to cause the stress. You shouldn’t worry about this because 49% of students deal with stress, and one in four kids worry about the future. So your not the only concerned parent. Stress can’t be cured straight away, and it takes time to heal, but some ways to minimise it would be to meditate, take deep breathes and also give them a break. Eating healthy and doing exercise helps as well because it gets your mind of things and makes you to stop overthinking about it. Also I would recommend talking to your child and help them in anyway they need help. If you and your child don’t have a strong relationship and aren’t very open with each other, I would get your child to see a doctor/councillor, so they can have professional help. Try and avoid stressing your child out more by asking them lots of questions or giving them more reasons to stress, because remember you want to minimise the stress not make it worse. Also be a supportive parent and try and be helpfulI hope this has helped you.   -Sophia ]]> 2018-10-23 02:26:44 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295763036 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295763333 Go]]> 2018-10-23 02:28:38 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295763333 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295764227 Hello, having a child with a lot of stress can be a bit daunting at first but here are some ways you can help them to cope with it. Firstly, be there for your child let them tell you everything that is going on and stressing them out and try to avoid judging them or lecturing them, this makes them feel more comfortable. Studies have proven that making sleep a priority, and not overscheduling your child can reduce stress levels aswell. And lastly teaching your child breathing exercises and getting them to imagine themselves in a safe place can show reduce stress. ]]> 2018-10-23 02:34:03 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295764227 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295764297 Hello me(jack) and Elias have a few things you can do to help your child with stress.
1, things like caffeine alcohol nicotine and energy drinks make your heat beat faster witch causes stress
2, exercise and stretching are good for reliving stress.
3, zen mediation music @https://youtu.be/ICxHyJ2Uy1U is good for stress
4, keeping a stress diary and writing in it is supposed to be helpful
5, herbs and herbal tea is used for relaxation.]]> 2018-10-23 02:34:39 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295764297 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295764427 Hi I’ve got a few ideas on helpin relive stress levels physical activity is a good way of maintaining stress. Some times sleeping in can help because you’re body might not get enough energy for your day. Pets can help by playing with them and making you focus on the pet and not on the bad situation. Having a good diet will help your brain focus and deal with things alot  easier. Going for a run or a walk is good because it will get your blood pumping through to your heart. Meditation can help stop relieve stress. Going for a ride with your friends can help you can talk to your friends about bad situations. ]]> 2018-10-23 02:35:45 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/295764427 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/298329431 Hello, here are some ways to help your child to relieve stress. 
Meditation is a really good way to relieve stress because it can produce a deep state of relaxation to the body, and free the mind of jumbled thoughts. 
Excessive is also a good way to help relieve your child’s stress, this is because it helps the brain and speeds up its feel good neurotransmitters.
Every teenager should also get the recommended 8-10 hour sleep every night, this is because your brain functions better when you are not tired.
Some other  things that could help with stress relieving are...
- not crowding your schedule 
- reducing caffeine 
- chewing gum 
- eating healthy foods
- listening to relaxing music
If none of these help your child you could maybe consider looking at one of these websites.
- headspace 
- stress ball
- zen garden
- nature sound mixer 
There are also many more that could help. ]]> 2018-10-30 02:05:43 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/298329431 https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/298329458 H, concerned parent,
Stress isn’t necessarily a bad thing it goes through every single teenager. Some signs of stress are, not wanting to see friends, seeming anxious or nervous, eating less or more than usual, behaving aggressively, refusing to go to school or not doing as well, and sleeping to much or too little. 
If you see these signs in you child here are some tips to help relieve their stress;
* sleeping 8-10 hours
* healthy eating ( fresh fruit, veggies, lean meat, dairy food and whole grains)
*streching ( yoga) 
* fitness (physical activities) - this burns off the stress hormones cortisol 
* listing to music ( relaxing bath, reading a book or going for a walk)
* staying connected to family and friends ( having a positive relationship with one an other )
* if you child’s stress wont go away you could consider a professional ( council if or your GP) 

HOPE THAT THESE TIPS WILL HELP YOUR KID OUT ❤💓
Sarah and shan]]> 2018-10-30 02:05:55 UTC https://padlet.com/m_mccann/lsi9lppf5kpp/wish/298329458