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Emotional Eating and Stress Management for Teens

We don't always eat enough to satisfy our physical hunger. Many of us turn to food for comfort, stress relief, or to reward ourselves. Emotional eating is when "people use food as a way of dealing with feelings rather than satisfy their hunger" (Galvin, 2018). This guide provides a few ways to help a teen combat these unhealthy habits. 

Web Link

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/emotional-eating.html

Reference

Galvin, M. (2018). Emotional Eating.

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https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/emotional-eating.html

Eating Healthy and Self-Esteem for Teens (Mental Health/Stress)

A lot of people feel uncomfortable with some of their looks and this can become stressful. You don't need a flawless body to get a positive body appearance. Having these types of issues can lead to stress. When you like your body as it is, right now, you boost your body image and even your self-esteem. By learning what foods are healthy for you to consume and lower your stress level and improve self confidence. By using this as a guide to learn how to do this "you can healthy change the way you feel about yourself" (Lyness, 2018).

Web Link

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/body-image.html

Reference

Lyness, D. (2018). Body Image and Self-Esteem.

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https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/body-image.html

For Teens: Creating Your Personal Stress-Management Plan

Most teens are experienceing quite of bit of stress right now as our nation is currently experience a pandemic. This program is designed to help teens reduce the amount of stress, not give them more. The website below, provides useful information for teens create a healthy plan to "manage stress while encouraging healthy eating practices" (Ginsburg & Jablow, 2014).

Web Link

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Building-Resilience/Pages/For-Teens-Creating-Your-Personal-Stress-Management-Plan.aspx

Reference 

Ginsburg, Jablow, M. (2014). For Teens: Creating Your Personal Stress-Management Plan.

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https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Building-Resilience/Pages/For-Teens-Creating-Your-Personal-Stress-Management-Plan.aspx