Self-distance helps teens handle stress

This study focused on adolescents and self-distanced reflection. Researchers found that teens who reflected with distance were better able to process negative experiences. This matters because adolescence is a major window for emotional development. Reflection can help young people step back from stress instead of being defined by it. This supports Dailyhuman’s focus on helping young people build healthier inner dialogue.

CATEGORY

Youth Development

OUTCOME AREA

Adolescence

STUDY

White, Kross & Duckworth, 2015

CITATION

PMC