Supporting my Teen with Anxiety

What’s this course about?    This course looks at how the teenage brain makes it more susceptible to anxiety. It considers what anxiety looks like and the stressors that teenagers face. We also explore ways to reduce stress, anxiety, and techniques that can be used at home as well as a range of different options for gaining support and knowledge to be able to support teenagers longer term.  Course format:    This is an online course where you will learn together and take part in practical group activities, all in a relaxed and friendly environment.    Who will benefit from attending?    This course is for parents and carers who want to support their 12+ year old to navigate anxiety  What will I learn?   

• understand a little more about brain development to understand how anxiety is generated 

• Recognise the symptoms and effects of anxiety 

•  Discuss strategies to support teens to manage stressful situations and keep anxiety in check 

• Find out where to go for further help, advice, and support   

How long is the course?    This is run as a single 2-hour session, with some activities to do at home to help you practise your skills.    Will I be assessed?    You will be required to complete some paperwork during this course. This will record and support your learning journey and successes.    Entry Requirements: FaCL courses are funded by the UK government via the Adult Skills Fund. Courses are no cost to learners who meet our eligibility criteria.  Learners must be aged 19+ on 31 August of the academic year, have a Wiltshire postcode and meet certain residency requirements. They must also be able to tick one of the following criteria:

• On a lower income (individual income less than £25,750 a year)

• In receipt of benefits (other than child benefit)

• Care leaver, refugee, foster carer, carer, military family / ex-armed forces personnel
• Have a learning difficulty or disability
• Have school aged children who receive means-tested free school meals.

• Not in work and looking to go into work, now or in the future.

If you are unsure if you are eligible, we are always happy to talk things through carefully. To book a place, please give us a ring on 01225 770 478. Please get in touch if you have any questions. We will look forward to hearing from you. https://www.facebook.com/Wiltsfamilylearning