By The whole world is going through a pandemic disease; COVID-19 and lockdown are taking place worldwide. Though some countries have a relaxed lockdown, it is not like before. Offices are opened and people are going to work as regular but the students are at home with their families.
Especially, teenagers are living the best lockdown life. They are utilizing the time of lockdown and they must because who knows now after their schools and colleges begin they can get a vacation or not. Many of them are missing their schools and colleges though they are having online classes.
Many teenagers wanted to go out with their friends, go on a picnic and many more. But, it is risky going outside therefore, they are making food at home, calling friends, and spending time together.
Being a teenager is a long, slow process of growing away from your family. But, the lockdowns around the globe have meant that young people have been thrust back into the heart of their families.
Parents always play an important role to shape their behaviors in this age mostly. Decisions of parents can affect the mental health of teenagers. Parents must know their children and make them understand what life is, in this free time.
Teenage brains work differently than adult brains. Developing freedom and independence is one of the primary parts of being a teenager, and at the same time, they are also relying on the impulse areas of the brain rather than the decision-making areas of the brain. They are much more focused on living for today, having fun, doing things that make them happy, and many more. They are completely enjoying and utilizing the time of lockdown.
This is a scary situation and parents must talk with their children about safety. Social and emotional development is very important for teenagers because they can panic and have mental health problems. As we know the hormonal changes take place at this time. Parents are the ones who can make children mentally and physically stable.
Socializing is very important for a teen’s health and this can be established within the family first, the initiative has to come from the parents.
I asked one teenager, how are you spending your lockdown? He answered me, ‘Well, I am doing good. I attend my online classes, make food, play games, read books out of the syllabus, and spend time with family.’ While he was explaining to me these all, he really seemed to be happy at home. Some teenagers are really happy inside their homes but some are really feeling like when will I get out of this house. There are major differences among teens also.
Family members must talk to teens about the need to find new ways to organize their days. Like, exercise, learning books(novels, stories, poems), making food, friends-time, and many more. No doubt they will be relying on digital tech more than ever before. This is fine but they also should get enough sleep to maintain their health.
Teenagers must utilize this time for various creative works. Many of them are coming up with their hidden talents like cooking, dancing, and singing. It will make them happy which helps them to be mentally stable. We do not know when lockdown will end and when we will be back to our normal life. So, keep developing your hobbies and being productive every day. This is the most beautiful opportunity to be yourself and let’s not regret in the future that we had time but we did not do anything.
Stay Safe
Stay Happy.
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