This single session course explores how the teenage brain develops and why this can lead to anxiety. You’ll learn how to recognise signs of anxiety, understand the challenges teenagers face, and explore practical ways to reduce stress and support them at home.
Course format
A relaxed, friendly group session with tutor input, activities, and optional tasks to practise at home.
What you’ll gain
- Understanding of teenage brain development and anxiety
- Awareness of common stressors and symptoms
- Practical strategies to support teenagers
- Information on further help and support
Who it’s for
Parents and carers of teenagers (aged 12+) who want to better support their child.
Assessment
You’ll complete light paperwork to support your learning.
Courses are no cost to learners who meet our eligibility criteria. Learners must be aged 19+ years, have a Wiltshire postcode, and meet residency requirements. Learners must also be able to tick one of the following criteria:
- individual income less than £25,750 a year;
- in receipt of benefits (other than child benefit);
- be a care leaver, foster carer or carer; be a military family or ex-armed forces personnel;
- have refugee or asylum seeker status; have a learning difficulty or disability;
- be looking to work, now or in the future.
If you do not feel you fit within the criteria, we may still be able to help. Please get in touch with us to discuss this further.
Click the booking form link to book your place. We’ll then contact you to confirm your booking. Alternatively, we’re happy to complete the form with you over the phone.
To ask a question or find out more you can:
- Email us at familyandcommunitylearning@wiltshire.gov.uk
- Call us on 01225 770 478
We will look forward to hearing from you.