Understanding Teens

Raising teenagers can be rewarding, but it can also feel confusing and overwhelming at times. Between school stress, friendships, and life online, young people face challenges that can affect their wellbeing. As parents, we want to be there for them — but it isn’t always easy to know how. 

Session 1 – Understanding Teenage Mental Health & Brain Development
To effectively support our young people, it helps to understand what mental health really means — and how the developing teenage brain shapes emotions, behaviour, and decision-making. You’ll gain a clearer understanding of what’s typical, what may need additional support, and how to respond calmly and confidently.

Session 2 – Peer Pressure & Building Healthy Friendships
Peer relationships can foster belonging and confidence — but they can also create pressure and emotional strain. We’ll explore how peer pressure works, why teenagers are particularly sensitive to it, and how you can help your child develop safe boundaries in their relationships.

Why join us?

• Develop a clearer understanding of teenage mental health

• Learn how brain development influences behaviour and friendships

• Gain practical tools to help your child manage peer pressure

• Support your young person to build safe, healthy relationships

• Feel more confident navigating the social challenges of adolescence

  Join us for an informative and empowering evening designed to help you better understand your teenager’s social world and feel equipped to support them in building healthy, positive relationships.

Practical Information

Doors Open: 18:30

Session 1: 19:00

Break: 19:45

Session 2: 20:05

Q&A and 1-2-1 Support: 20:50

Finish: 21:30

 Free tea and coffee included

Funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thank you National Lottery Players.

Access

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