Tips for Teenagers By: Vernika, Dior, Cyrus, and Syed

Based on the I-Search papers that we completed on teenage development, here are some tips for teenagers to help them be happier and to help them develop in positive ways.

1. Don’t make decisions based on negative influences, especially when it’s something that you know is wrong. Make decisions for yourself and only you.

2. Don’t allow your environment to determine your life choices. Even if people may stereotype you due to your environment, you’ll just have to prove them wrong.

3. Don’t follow negative paths. Learn to lead yourself in a positive direction so that others will notice and want to follow in your footsteps.

4. If you're having any problems expressing yourself, you should talk to a trusted adult or close friend. Trustworthy people can help you out a lot when you're carrying too much weight on your shoulders.