Hello everybody. Well, today the topic is asleep. The missing piece in learning and well-being.And well, sit less, sleep more. It sounds simple. Yet today, many of us spending more time sitting, scrolling, and starting at screens than sleeping soundly in our beds.And well, this is the everyday life for many adolescents. And I think for many of you here, when I was a teenager, it was so hard to me to wake up in the morning. I hate my mom really when she tried to do this.I felt that she was interrupting the m ...

Adolescent Psychology & Development - Adolescence, typically spanning ages 10-18 for girls and 12-20 for boys, is divided into early, middle, and late stages, involving physical and psychological development [4] - Physical development during adolescence, influenced by nutrition, genetics, and exercise, causes hormonal changes, leading to heightened emotional sensitivity and irritability [5] - The amygdala develops rapidly, increasing emotional responses, while the prefrontal cortex, responsible for controlling actions, remains immature, potentially leading to risky behaviors [6] - Psychological development involves teenagers building self-awareness and asserting their independence, leading to conflicts with parents if their choices are ignored or interrupted [7][8] - Teenagers increasingly rely on internet information, which can conflict with parental or school teachings, leading them to challenge authority and assert their individuality [9] Strategies for Parents - Parents should empathize with their children and consider their perspectives to foster trust and open communication [10] - Building trust and respect allows teenagers to share their feelings, reducing potential problems during adolescence [11] - Involving teenagers in small decisions, such as choosing weekend dinner locations or academic paths, can promote a sense of autonomy [11] - Open communication and discussion of feelings can prevent minor issues from escalating [13]

Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing - Adolescence is a period of emotional challenges, with over half of mental health issues starting at age 14 [3] - Unmanaged anger leads over 60% of teenagers in Korea to harm themselves [4] - Emotional intelligence training and expressing feelings can reduce bullying and improve relationships [7] Peer Influence & Risky Behaviors - Peer pressure can lead to bullying, substance abuse, and drug/alcohol use [5] - 60% of teens try drugs or alcohol due to peer influence [6] - Choosing friends who prioritize personal growth can lead to self-improvement [8][9] Solutions & Recommendations - Teaching teens emotional management is crucial to prevent negative outcomes [5] - Guiding teens to choose the right friends is important [6] - Schools should teach teens to express their feelings to reduce bullying [7]