Handling Teens Who Are Acting Out During The Pandemic

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A higher risk for common issues

“They might also start developing unhealthy coping skills such as cutting or other forms of self-harm. Suicidal thoughts and attempts might also become a concern for some,” says Cofield. “In some cases, eating disorders tend to develop during this period of development which could become more likely due to isolation.”

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