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The mental health crisis among our teens isn't just scary... It's heartbreaking! 💔 With 44% of high school-aged kids reporting feeling consistently sad or hopeless, we want to bring a neurological perspective on the teen mental health crisis. Yes, there are hormones, some bad days, and things all teens will go through, but our kids are growing up in a very different world than we did. When you know the anxiety, depression, or emotional ups and downs your teen might be facing aren't just a "phase" or a mindset issue, you know it's time to take action to help. We see this all the time at TFC, and it's actually tied to how their nervous system is working. Your teen's Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) runs the show behind the scenes. It’s like the body’s emotional thermostat—it helps your teen handle stress, calm down, and feel safe. The ANS has two main parts: 1️⃣ Fight or flight mode (Sympathetic Nervous System): This kicks in when there’s stress or danger. Great in short bursts—but if it stays on all the time, it can lead to constant anxiety, overwhelm, and outbursts. 2️⃣ Rest and regulate mode (Parasympathetic Nervous System): This helps your teen calm down, sleep, focus, and emotionally reset. The vagus nerve is a big player here, and when it’s not working well, it’s hard for kids to feel safe or at ease. In many teens, this system is out of balance (or not bussin', as your teen might describe it 🤪). Their stress response is stuck on high alert, while the calming system is barely functioning. That’s called dysautonomia—and it’s a big reason why anxiety and depression are skyrocketing. 🚀 Our favorite thing is connecting with so many awesome teens and parents as the first step to real answers and healing. Want to finally understand what's happening in your teen's brain and body? Ready for an approach that makes sense and starts with drug-free options first? Click the link in our bio to see how Neurologically-Focused Care can help! ❤️ 🔗: https://pxdocs.com/anxiety/teen-anxiety-and-depression #tfc #tiffinfamilychiropractic #tiffinohio #pxdocs #anxietyinteens #depressioninteens #anxiousteenager #naturalanxietytips #dysautonomia