Wellness Resources During COVID-19
We know that as families you are managing new worries, stress, and schedule changes right now in the face of Covid 19. We will continue to update this page with new resources weekly. If you would like to connect with the counseling office for additional resources or consultation please reach out to Tess Adams tadams@berkshireschool.
Teens in Lockdown
The New York Times
Managing anxiety, stress and boredom while sheltering in place is a challenge for us all. Add the all-too-common condition of “being a teenager” into the mix, and it’s a potent recipe for trouble. Join us, as we discuss strategies for helping our young people cope. With special guest Lisa Damour, psychologist and Times columnist. Hosted by Tara Parker-Pope, founding editor of Well.
Recommended Reading
PLEASE NOTE: Some sources included below may require a subscription or registration.
Helping Teens Make Room for Uncomfortable Emotions - The New York Times
Quaranteenagers: Strategies for Parenting in Close Quarters - The New York Times
Supporting Teenagers and Young Adults During the Coronavirus Crisis - Childmind.org
Handling Your Kid's Disappointment When Everything Is Cancelled - The New York Times
Parenting during coronavirus: What to know about play dates, online learning and more - Washington Post
That Discomfort You’re Feeling Is Grief - Harvard Business Review
Protect Your Family's Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic - U.S. News and World Report
Coping With Anxiety and Depression During the Coronavirus Pandemic - U.S. News and World Report
5 Ways to Help Teens Manage Anxiety About the Coronavirus - The New York Times
Coronavirus Has Upended Our World. It's OK To Grieve - NPR.org
MORE RESOURCES
MINDFULNESS APPS
The Happiness Lab
Headspace: Meditation & Sleep
