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Teenage Years Do They Bring Luck

by Nancy Reynolds

June 24, 2020

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The Teenage Years: 10 Struggles Only a Teenager Understands
The teenage years are unquestionably the most awkward, challenging and frustrating years of a person’s life. And, as dedicated as we are as parents to support our kids through this tumultuous time in their lives , it’s amazing how we seem to have forgotten what it feels like to be a teenager .
In fact, in an informal poll of teenagers, nearly every teen agreed that as much as they love their parents, oftentimes, their parents just “don’t get” what they’re going through.
“Sometimes I need my parents to stop focusing on the small stuff that doesn’t matter – like my messy bedroom – and help me deal with the real struggles I face every single day.” ~ 16-year-old girl
So, parents, before we harp on our kids about their messy bedrooms or sleeping in until noon, let’s keep the more important things in mind.
They’re nearing the quasi-adult stage of their life and yet they still (quietly) enjoy Disney movies, Nerf guns and Silly String. Teenagers are basically little kids in grown-up bodies. Parents, (and seemingly everyone else), expect them to act all grown up and yet, deep down inside all they really want to do is go outside and play with their friends (figuratively and literally).
Sure, they’re fighting for their independence and they occasionally play the role of grown-up really well on their good days, most days they’re fighting an inner battle straddling childhood and adulthood.
Imagine waking up and feeling sad, angry or irritable and not really knowing why? As parents, we’re quick to complain about how moody our teenager is and how we have to walk on eggshells when we’re around them. But if we stopped to remember what it felt like to be a teenager, maybe we’d stop taking their behavior so personally and we’d be a little more patient and compassionate.
Dramatic behavior (within reason, of course) is a normal part of the teenage years in part due to sheer biology (i.e. hormonal shifts). And, quite often, they have a hard time controlling it. Their inner turmoil is compounded by the fact that they’re desperately trying to pull away from us – a necessary part of growing up – along with the fact that they’re on a massive quest to figure out who they are (which explains why one day they love meat and the next they’re a vegetarian or why one day they have normal hair and the next it’s pink).
Yes, mood swings are hard on parents, but they’re hard on our kids, too. And, they need to know we’re on their side even when their mood or behavior is less than pleasant.
There’s nothing worse for a teenager than waking up to a huge pimple the size of Mount Everest on their nose. And, of course, those nasty zits always seem to rear their ugly head just about the same time they’re supposed to stand up in front of the class and make a presentation or before a big dance they’ve been looking forward to for months. It’s an unpredictable, harsh reality that teenagers live with every single day – a reality that isn’t merely skin deep.
Even though they’re likely in the good company of a lot of their friends dealing with the same issue (more than 85 percent of teens deal with some form of acne), it can still impact the way our kids feel about themselves, their social life and even their emotional well-being. (Thankfully, acne treatment has come a long way since we were kids and there are plenty of remedies available to help kids combat acne issues: Acne 101: Your Teen’s Guide to Clear Skin .)
As parents, our goal in life is to pass along every life lesson known to mankind – lessons that will ultimately keep our kids safe, grounded, and on the right path in life. But our well-intended words of advice, lectures and occasional nagging don’t necessarily come off as tender words of wisdom. To most teens, it’s like listening to nails on a chalkboard.
Sure, they know we mean well. They know we have their best interest at heart. They may even know we’re right. Still, it drives them nuts. ( “Mooom! I get it… You don’t have to tell me 12 times!” )
They’ve reached the age where they feel they’ve gained enough knowledge and maturity to make decisions on their own and they don’t want anyone (especially their parents) telling them what to do or how to do it. Plus, in some teen’s eyes we’re “so old,” how could we possibly relate to what’s happening in their life, anyway?
The struggle is real. With each passing year, the pressure mounts as questions flood in from parents, teachers, counselors and coaches, “ Have you decided where you want to go to college?” “What about your major? Any idea what you want to do with your life ?”
They’re barely learning how to drive and getting the hang of making themselves a grilled cheese sandwich and before they know it, they’re feeling the pressure to make life-altering decisions – decisions they’re not prepared (and, in some cases, too scared) to make. It’s enough to make any teenager feel anxious and stressed out.
Some parents might view their kid’s first kiss or first crush as “puppy love” and refer to their first heartbreak as a thorn of romance, but to teenagers, it’s a life-changing, gut-wrenchingly real emotion.
Tons of teens worry and wonder when they’ll have their first kiss, when they’ll go on their first date, (and with whom), whether their crush even knows they’re alive (if they have one), how to get their crush to notice them and when they’ll fall in love. They spend a ton of time thinking, daydreaming, talking, agonizing and over-thinking their “love life.” And, any parent who’s been through a heartbreak with their teen knows, it’s excruciatingly difficult for them.
Nearly every week your son or daughter seems to be dealing with another drama-ridden friend problem. Sparked by a host of different emotions including love, betrayal, anger and envy (among other things), some form of friend drama is the norm in most teen’s lives. Whether they choose to partake in it or not, it always seems to find a way to creep into their life.
While we might pass it off as “no big deal” petty problems, it really is a big deal in our kids’ world. Not only is it exhausting and distracting to deal with, sometimes it takes a turn toward outright bullying and if we’re not asking the right questions or paying attention, our teen could be left in the cold ill-equipped to handle it on their own.
Years ago, AP and Honors classes were the exception, not the norm. Today, the vast majority of high schoolers try to squeeze in as many AP and Honors classes as they possibly can to beef up their college resume.
Every single year the academic bar is raised leaving our kids no choice but to push themselves harder just to stay competitive and hopefully land a spot in a desired college. Of course, every parent wants their kid to excel academically so they get a strong foothold on their future, but pushing too hard has its share of repercussions – especially for kids who don’t thrive in a challenging academic environment. For some, the constant pressure is enough to trigger anxiety and depression.
They care, but they don’t. They want to fit in, but they don’t. The teenage years are the only time in our kids’ lives when they’ll fight to fit in while trying to forge their own identity.
While we’re pounding it into their head that they shouldn’t care what their friends are doing, that they should follow their own path and that what others think or say about them on social media shouldn’t matter, they’re living a reality that screams it does matter. And, there’s a reason for that. They want to feel connected to and supported by others and nurture relationships based on common ground. Bottom line, no teen wants to feel alone on a limb.
According to one teenager, “ I’m not a wimp because I care what others think. I care because it’s nice to belong. I’m slowly developing a relationship with myself so one day I won’t care as much .”
Just because we dealt with peer pressure when we were teens doesn’t mean we fully understand the social pressures that our kids are being pounded with day in and day out. With social media bringing a whole new level of peer pressure, it’s an entirely different ballgame from year’s past.
Not only are our kids being quietly urged to have a drink, vape, try drugs, sext and have sex, they’re being blatantly urged to shoot for perfection through social media platforms like Instagram that showcase a synthetic haze of realism that’s hard to compete with. The harsh reality is, it’s hard to avoid the social pressures that follow our kids throughout the teenage years and into young adulthood.
Ask your teen! What’s the most challenging part about the teenage years? Share your comments below!
Fantastic write-up! I’m a mom of a teen and can 100% relate to this article. Thanks for reinforcing my hope
Thanks so much and you’re welcome! So happy to hear you can relate!
im a teenager im 17 and the thing im scared of as a teen is growing up, im almost 18 and in my head im just going to be hit with taxes and responsibilities i might not be able to face yet. My mom is amazing so is my dad, they help me in every way and offer me to live with them for as long as i need. My mom and dad have been trying to make me do more stuff independently which is scary not going to lie. My anxiety gets the best of me sometimes but most of the time i do things like cashing in a cheque from my work. This may be easier for some people but when i do it it feels like a challenge i got to win each time. i agree with everything above!
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Teens going through puberty will have many changes in their developing bodies, as well as advances in their social and emotional growth.
There is a broad range of time in which kids hit puberty-related growth spurts:
The teenage years are also called adolescence. Adolescence is a time for growth spurts and puberty-related changes. An adolescent may grow several inches in several months followed by a period of very slow growth, then have another growth spurt. Changes with puberty (sexual maturation) may occur gradually, or several signs may become visible at the same time. Some teenagers experience these signs of maturity sooner or later than others.
Sexual maturity and other physical changes during puberty are a result of hormonal changes. In boys, it is difficult to know exactly when puberty is coming. There are changes that occur, but they often occur gradually, rather than as a single event.
Girls experience puberty as a sequence of events. Each girl is different and may progress through these changes differently. The following are average ages when puberty changes may occur:
Boys also experience puberty as a sequence of events that typically begin later than girls. While each male adolescent is different, the following are average ages when puberty changes may occur:
The teenage years bring many changes, not only physically, but also mentally and socially. During these years, adolescents increase their ability to think abstractly and eventually make plans and set long-term goals. Each child may progress at a different rate and may have a different view of the world. In general, the following are some of the abilities that may be evident in your adolescent:
As your adolescent begins to seek independence and control, many changes may occur. The following are some themes that may arise during the adolescent stage:
Teens essentially communicate as adults, with increasing maturity throughout high school. As teens seek independence from family and establish their own identity, they begin thinking abstractly and become concerned with moral issues. All of this shapes the way they think and communicate.
During this period, teens spend much of the day outside the home — at school or at after-school activities or jobs and with their friends. But it’s important to try to talk with your teen every day to share opinions, ideas and information. Here are a few tips to help you communicate with your teen:
Teens should be able to grasp word meanings and contexts, understand punctuation and form complex syntactic structures (how words are put together). Communication is more than the use and understanding of words, though — it also includes how teens think of themselves, their peers and authority figures. Explanations may become more figurative and less literal. Teens will also comprehend abstract and figurative language, such as similes, metaphors and idioms.
To understand your teen’s overall language skills and progress, make sure to have ongoing communication with their teachers. If the teachers suspect a language-based learning disability, comprehensive testing will be necessary. This can include a hearing test, psychoeducational assessment (standardized testing to assess learning style as well as cognitive processes) and speech-language evaluation.
Parents often feel that the teen years are a time of difficult communication, when it’s normal for teens to challenge parents and resist authority. But behavior that causes severe disruption in the household may not be normal teen rebellion. If you feel that your relationship is particularly trying, talk about it with your child’s doctor.
As kids enter their teen years, they might lose interest in physical activity. Between school, homework, friends and even part-time jobs, they’re juggling a lot of interests and responsibilities. But regular physical activity can help your teen feel more energetic, improve focus and attention and promote a better outlook. Regular physical activity can also help your teen maintain a healthy weight and prevent heart disease, diabetes and other medical problems that come later in life.
Physical activity guidelines for teens recommend that they get a minimum of 1 hour of moderate to strong physical activity daily. In addition:
Parents should give teens control over how they decide to be physically active. Emphasize that it’s not what they do — they just need to be active. Given the opportunity and interest, teens can get health benefits from almost any activity they enjoy — skateboarding, touch football, yoga, swimming or dancing.
All teens should limit the time spent in sedentary activities, such as watching TV, playing video games and using computers, smartphones or tablets. Motivating teens to trade sedentary activities for physical activity can be the toughest part. Once teens get started with physical activity, however, many enjoy the feelings of well-being, reduced stress and increased strength and energy they get from exercise. As a result, some begin to exercise regularly without nudging from a parent.
Help your teen stay active by finding an exercise plan that fits with their schedule. They may not have time to play a team sport at school or in a local league, but most teens can work physical activity into everyday routines, such as walking to school, doing chores or finding an active part-time job. Gyms may also be an option, as many gyms offer teen memberships. Some teens might feel more comfortable doing home exercise videos or exercise video games (like tennis or bowling). These can be good options, but it’s important to do daily moderate to strong activities too.
If you’re concerned about your teen’s fitness, speak with their doctor. These are some instances where your teen’s doctor may need to get involved:
Getting the right amount of sleep is important for anyone who wants to do well on a test or play their best in sports. Unfortunately, many teens don’t get enough sleep. Most teens need about 8-10 hours of sleep each night.
Teenager sleep patterns are different from those of adults or younger kids. During the teen years, the body’s circadian rhythm (an internal biological clock) is reset, telling your teen to fall asleep later and wake up later. This change is likely due to the brain hormone melatonin, which is released later at night for teens than it is for kids and adults. This can make it harder for teens to fall asleep early.
Check out our Healthy Sleep Tips for Teens for more info.
Reviewed by Dr. Gregory Kennedy , Southern Orange County Pediatric Associates, CHOC Primary Care – June 2021

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