America's Teenagers Have Gone 'Gusto for Gaming' reports say, by the Guardian.com. Although the Video Gaming Industry has been a multi-billion dollar industry for the past 10 year, there's nothing that matches last year's interest plus sales among teens, parents, and even politicians that looked to that industry for solace in mind, body and soul amid {COVID-19}. Let's face it, the pandemic has contributed a massive amount of emotional stress with Isolation, Depression, and Anxiety among ALL teens. The Most Popular Gaming Platforms during the initial run of the pandemic was the Nintendo Switch & PlayStation{5}. So how does all of this gaming divert, diminish, and possibly enhance the mental health of our nation's teenagers? Youth Specialist Will Share Alternatives ~
Secondly, let's NOT forget the primary role of Social Media: SnapChat, Tik Tok, FB, Twitter, and the list goes on and on. These social media wonders have become the major competitors against parents, teachers, and guardians who vie for the quality time needed with their young person. These social media vehicles kept a connection between teens and their outside world in 2020. How do parents create a healthy balance between school work, gaming, and filtering through the negative emotions of stress during the transitions of the pandemic?
"Communication is still the #1 KEY source for Parents and Teens to Utilize during the Summer-Break and Pandemic Transitions"
In an Interview Stacey will share the following:
1} Cognitive Challenge: Encourage your teens to get involved with a Book Club, Debate Team, Art Class at the local YMCA or another creative endeavor that they can embark upon Online or on-location, outside the frenzy of Gaming!
2} Moving Challenge: Walking Club, Cycling Group, and even the good old fashioned Rollerblading. Activity outside the home will diminish so many hours of Gaming in front of a TV/Computer, and benefit their health as well.
3} Volunteer Challenge: Senior-Living facilities, Candy striper for the Hospitals, Reading to Children via your local library etc...
This creates a sense of purpose and dispels the feelings of unworthiness during the Summer months and stressful emotions amid the pandemic.
4} The CDC highly discourages the use of Alcohol, Opioids, Violence, Drinking while Driving and Texting while Driving during this time. All stimulate a level of Depression as we hopefully enjoy the Summer months amid the pandemic.
Stacey’s Work: https://www.whas11.com/video/news/interview-the-impact-bullying-and-cyber-bullying-has-on-mental-health/417-2762302
About Stacey Spencer:
Stacey Spencer is a Keynote and motivational speaker, youth mentor and bullying prevention specialist, former tv host and producer - Always looking for the proper Contract gig. She has been featured in national media outlets including Ebony Magazine and Charisma Magazine, and was named the 2011 "Businesswoman of the Year/Media" by the Tampa Bay Business Journal for her dedication to producing positive television programming for teens. She was named to Who's Who in Black Dallas in 2015, 2016 and 2017, and was nominated for the state of Kentucky's 2017 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award for her innovative television outreach to teenagers. Primary Home-base is Tampa Bay ~
Booking Information: Nanci Cernak nanci.cernak@gmail.com 727-418.0035
Stacey Spencer: ss@staceyspencer.com or teentyme@aol.com 502-435-4428
Website: www.staceyspencer.com
It's Summertime and the pandemic has definitely created some major worries among teens and their families in the realm of mental health. For example, what does my future really look like? Will I ever experience "Emotional Freedom" considering the pandemic, violence among people, tragedies daily in our world? And now, another Summer break-zone within the confines of the pandemic.
“With so much violence on tv and in our communities, negative messages all over social media these days, we must keep implementing the 5 - C's -- "Commitment, Communication, Compassion, Cohesiveness & Conversation." In order for your teen to have a physically and mentally safe Summer, here's some thoughts from the Guardian and the CDC ~
In an Interview Stacey will share the following:
"Communication in the #1 KEY source for Parents & Teens to Utilize during the Summer-Break Pandemic Transitions"
1} The CDC highly discourages the use of Alcohol, Opioids, Violence, Drinking while Driving and Texting while Driving during this time. All stimulate a level of disaster as we hopefully enjoy the Summer months amid the pandemic.
2} Keeping Moving: Physical Activity Drives Purpose, Belonging, and Encourages Group Activity to Combat Isolation.
3} Volunteer: Helping Others allows Teens to help themselves physically, mentally, and emotionally. Provides an avenue to worthiness.
4} Music Is the Magical Healing method for NOT ONLY Teens, but parents as well. Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Ballet are all great sources to exert feelings of uncertainty during another Summer of the pandemic's presence.
Stacey’s Work: https://www.whas11.com/video/news/interview-the-impact-bullying-and-cyber-bullying-has-on-mental-health/417-2762302
About Stacey Spencer:
Stacey Spencer is a Keynote and motivational speaker, youth mentor and bullying prevention specialist, former tv host and producer - Always looking for the proper Contract gig. She has been featured in national media outlets including Ebony Magazine and Charisma Magazine, and was named the 2011 "Businesswoman of the Year/Media" by the Tampa Bay Business Journal for her dedication to producing positive television programming for teens. She was named to Who's Who in Black Dallas in 2015, 2016 and 2017, and was nominated for the state of Kentucky's 2017 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award for her innovative television outreach to teenagers. Primary Home-base is Tampa Bay ~
Booking Information: Nanci Cernak nanci.cernak@gmail.com 727-418.0035
Stacey Spencer: ss@staceyspencer.com or teentyme@aol.com 502-435-4428
Website: www.staceyspencer.com
MEDIA ALERT 06.09.21: Moodiness, Mental Health Meltdowns, and the feelings of Melancholy among our Teens -- One Thought of "Saving" Grace per the CDC is Music, Movement and Mental Mindfulness, Youth Specialist Shares Conversation Starters - INTERVIEWS/ZOOM AVAILABLE -
The world of teaching has vastly changed, whether it is fully virtual, partially in person or at school with social distancing, masks and even partial vaccinations. We are all trying to do what is best to keep our children safe. The emotional safety of our young is exactly most important, especially during the Summer months.
Summertime is upon us, and that means break-time for most youth and young adults. How do Parents and Teens move forward with confidence that a brighter future is ahead. Commitment, Communication, Compassion, Cohesiveness and Conversation. Communication is the #1 Key Source per the CDC. Today, teenagers and adults are stressed and depressed with so much uncertainty in our world. How do we keep our young people focused for a bright and hopeful future?
In an interview Stacey can share the following:
1} Parents should encourage teens to engage in vibrant and inspirational conversations outside the daunting news stories of the day. A creative mindset helps to eliminate feelings of depression and uncertainty per the CDC.
2} Include music, movement and exercise into your daily routine. Keep active with a group of friends or family members, if possible. Suggestions may include: Jogging, Zumba, Biking, taking an Art Class for the Summer, and even learn to Roller-Blade....
3} Treat Yourself Sweetly. Share a sweet treat, like gelato, with a neighbor, visit with friends and even Zoom with someone you have NOT seen in a while, especially if you're in two different states or countries.
4} Finally, Communicate Every day in order NOT to isolate yourself amid the pandemic and summer. No matter what you're feeling, verbalize the emotion to someone you trust. Isolation leads to desolation.
***To view Stacey’s work Click the Link: https://www.wlky.com/article/signs-your-teen-is-struggling-with-depression/25661344
Booking Information: Nanci Cernak nanci.cernak@gmail.com 727.418.0035
Stacey Spencer: ss@staceyspencer.com or teentyme@aol.com 502.435.4428
Website: www.staceyspencer.com