The self identified queen of podcasts is back to share a recent listen with you all! Two KQED podcasts (Mindshift and The Bay) recently ran similar stories on high school students who struggle with anxiety. I was aware that the numbers are on the rise (they share that around a third of teenagers identify with having anxiety or depression). The podcasts highlight student perspectives and how some schools are helping students cope.
I was moved by the stories the students shared and I was so encouraged that other schools are taking steps to help students work through their anxiety and to not feel alone. I had never heard the details of what happens in the body and mind during panic attack. It was described as a smoke detector going off when one fears danger – it is flight or fight. It was incredibly eye opening for me and gave me a new perspective. I loved hearing what techniques people who struggle through attacks use.
I want to give a huge shout out and props to our counselors!! I am once again reminded how special Carondelet is that we have so many support systems in place for our students.