Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi, it's Karen here! I thought I would start a new thread for this one as my last thread has become very long!
I need some ideas for tips which really work with teenagers to reduce their anxiety levels in the moment so to speak. My 14-year-old daughter is not impressed with either breathing exercises or explaining to an alien what to do with a pencil or any number of other exercises given by counsellors or general advice on anxiety forums. Whilst I know she may need to gain more motivation to trial some of them for a bit longer, I wondered what tips had worked for people on here who are either had anxiety themselves combined with high functioning autism or who were caring for someone who had found some successful strategies.
I have looked up some apps which look quite reasonable and will suggest she gives these a try, but any really good tips or recommendations for apps gratefully received as she is now finding her anxiety is stopping her doing things she really wants to do although her mood is actually a little brighter that it has been in the past weeks
Thank you, I know you'll help if you can.
I enjoy using the free Smiling Mind meditation app. They are a non-profit organization that is active in a lot of australian schools. There are courses on there for all age groups including adults (which is the one I use). My CBT counsellor recommended this app and showed me that she has it on her own phone. It's fun having your meditation guided by a cheerful Aussie. At the end he sends you on your way "with a smile on your mind".