Positive Psychology Techniques to Boost Teen Mental Health

In this episode we dive into a topic that couldn't be more crucial: your teen's mental health. As parents, we all want our kids to thrive emotionally, but knowing how to support them can sometimes feel overwhelming. game-changer to have proven strategies at your fingertips to help them through the tough times? 

Dr. Cam is joined by Marc Fussell, the founder of Take 2 Minutes, a platform that’s all about boosting mental wellness through the science of positive psychology.

Marc shares actionable techniques that you can start using right away.  

 

Key Takeaways

➡️ Teens' mental health is a crucial topic, and parents often feel overwhelmed in knowing how to support their teens.

➡️ Take Two Minutes is a platform that focuses on boosting mental wellness through positive psychology.

➡️ Tools and techniques for supporting teens' mental health include gratitude journaling, grounding exercises, and breathing techniques.

➡️ Patience, kindness, and love are essential in supporting teens' mental health.

 

Meet Mark Fussell

MARC S. FUSSELL founded the non-profit Take 2 Minutes, a platform designed to enhance mental wellness through positive psychology. With over 25 years of experience in IT, Marc's entrepreneurial spirit and passion for improving mental health have led to creating a suite of tools that leverage daily positive messages, gratitude journaling, meditations, breathing exercises, a grounding exercise, a gratitude challenge, sleep audio, dream journaling, and more to foster happiness and well- being. Marc's journey into positive psychology was inspired by a commitment to support his son's mental health, evolving into a mission to spread positivity to a broader audience.

Connect with Mark

Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

 

Connect with Dr. Cam

Website | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube 

 

Resources Mentioned in This Episode

• FREE QUIZ: Are You on the RIGHT Track With Your Teen?
• Use coupon code "DRCAM" for 20% off Take2Minutes platform.

 

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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without the Drama. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an adolescent psychologist specializing in empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In each episode, she partners with a guest expert to deliver invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges

Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.  

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