I Just need Time: A Teens Perspective | Adenrele Adegbooye | TEDxYouth@FuntajIntlSchool

Time Management Challenges for Teenagers - Teenagers struggle with time management due to juggling school, social life, hobbies, and family obligations [1] - Intense academic demands, coupled with social media usage, contribute to time constraints [4][5] - Social media fosters comparison and can undermine the role of parents [5][6] - Unrealistic parental expectations can cause stress and anxiety [7][8] Psychological and Perceptual Aspects of Time - The perception of time changes with age; time feels faster as experiences become routine [2][3] - A fixed mindset exacerbates stress related to time management [3] - A growth mindset allows individuals to own and manage their time effectively [4] Practical Time Management Tools and Strategies - The Eisenhower Matrix can help prioritize tasks based on urgency [9] - Practicing mindfulness can help teenagers focus on the present [10][11] - Adequate rest, specifically 8-10 hours of sleep, is crucial for brain development [11][12][13] - Engaging in enjoyable activities can provide rest and benefit well-being [14]