Show Notes
Emotional Skills in Adolescents - Preventing Mental Health Problems
Episode 2 of the ReSET podcast focuses on the importance of emotional skills for adolescents and how these can prevent mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
Host André Tomlin from The Mental Elf explores the key findings from this huge research project led by scientists from UCL and Cambridge, with panelists Professor Essi Viding, Professor Nico Steinbeis and Jenny Sole.
They explain how emotional skills, such as the ability to recognise and regulate emotions, are essential for successful social interactions. The episode covers practical strategies like reappraisal, distraction, and breathing techniques, and emphasises the importance of these skills in academic and social settings. Learn how targeted interventions in schools can help teenagers navigate their intense emotional experiences and build resilience. Tune in to explore how these skills can create a buffer against mental health problems and enhance social relationships.
00:00 Introduction to Emotional Skills 00:56 Welcome to the ReSET Podcast 01:25 The Importance of Emotional Skills 02:17 Understanding Emotional Skills 03:56 Adolescent Brain Development 05:27 Classroom Challenges and Emotional Regulation 09:52 The ReSET Trial and Its Approach 14:46 Practical Emotional Regulation Strategies 17:48 Linking Emotional Skills to Social Relationships 21:22 The Role of Schools in Emotional Development 23:58 Key Takeaways for Teachers 25:10 Conclusion and Next Steps
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