1. Being a Resilient Teen

2. Terms to Know
Resiliency – the ability to adapt effectively and recover from disappointment, difficulty, or crisis
Protective factors – conditions that shield individuals from the negative consequences of exposure to risk

3. What is Resiliency?
Some people bounce back from events easier than others
Being able to bounce back from disappointments and survive traumatic events is a sign of resiliency
People are able to achieve long-term success in spite of negative circumstances

4. Factors that affect Resiliency
2 categories
External Factors
Family
School or Community
Peers
Internal Factors
Attitude
Perceptions
Behaviors
Have no control over
Have control over

5. More on External Factors
Elements of this category are less concrete
Can work to strengthen these factors

6. More on Internal Factors
Will increase you resiliency and improve your mental/emotional strength
Factors can include:
Commitment to learning
Positive values
Social competency
Positive identity

7. Resiliency and Your Protective Factors
Protective Factors reduce the possible harmful effect of a difficult event or risky situation
May influence a person to respond to a situation in a healthy way

8. Building Resiliency by Strengthening Your Protective Factors
Teens can strengthen the one external protective factors that they lack
Internal protective factors can be improved as well

9. Actions to improve Internal Factors
Become involved in extra-curricular activities
Make a commitment to learning by reading for pleasure at least 3 times a week
Stand up for your beliefs, and refuse to act against your values
Be honest with yourself and others
Resist negative peer pressure, and avoid dangerous situations
Learn about people from other cultures or ethnic backgrounds
Develop a sense of purpose
Develop a positive outlook about your future

10. TEST TOMORROW