I've Still Got Me: How Teens Rise Above Disruptive Change

Parents are sometimes surprised to find their kids are doing okay despite massive changes or tragic circumstances. Program grad Brett Higdon told us, "The mind is a very powerful thing and can overcome anything."

Parents have told us that the best thing they can do to help them overcome difficult times is simply to listen - with an ear to finding out what they need. Are there questions they need answered? Do they simply need a little space to work through it on their own? When young people feel that they're really being heard, their point of view is respected, and their needs matter, they're less likely to be overwhelmed by disruptive events.

We know that teens have a reputation for being emotionally sensitive. But what we see in them is a reservoir of strength. We've seen time and again that they're able to recognize that no matter what has happened, they're still themselves - nothing can take that away. When people have a strong sense of who they are, they're better prepared to stand up to life changes and challenges.

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