{"id":11269,"date":"2023-05-25T09:36:57","date_gmt":"2023-05-25T09:36:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/?p=11269"},"modified":"2023-05-25T09:37:20","modified_gmt":"2023-05-25T09:37:20","slug":"signs-of-burnout-in-teens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mytutor.co.uk\/blog\/parents\/signs-of-burnout-in-teens\/","title":{"rendered":"5 signs of burnout in teens \u2013 and how to help them through it"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Whether they\u2019re preparing for exams or just feeling the pressure from schoolwork, it\u2019s normal for teens to feel stressed at school. However, if this stress starts to build or your teen feels overwhelmed for long periods of time, this can lead to something called burnout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

60% of young people (aged 18-24) have felt so stressed by the pressure to succeed that they\u2019ve felt overwhelmed or unable to cope, according to a survey by the Mental Health Foundation<\/a>. The good news is that having the support of their parents or guardians can make a big difference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here, we share how to spot the signs of burnout in teens and how you can support them through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is burnout?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Burnout is when your teen is physically and emotionally exhausted as a result of stress. It can happen if they\u2019re experiencing long-term stress or overwhelm \u2013 whether caused by school work or the pressure to get good results and succeed. Burnout isn\u2019t something that goes away on its own. It can get worse if you don\u2019t address the underlying causes of it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s the difference between anxiety and burnout?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Anxiety is a common mental health issue caused by feelings of worry, nervousness and fear. This can be overwhelming and anxiety can interfere with your teen\u2019s daily life. It\u2019s usually caused by different things like stress, trauma and potentially underlying medical conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Burnout is different. This is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. It can cause your child to feel less motivated, more irritated and less interested in things. It\u2019s usually caused by long-term exposure to stress like studying for long hours or dealing with challenging things at school like exam and peer pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5 signs of burnout in teens to look out for<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to note that you know what\u2019s normal for your teen, and the experience of stress and burnout is different for everyone. But, if you notice any big differences in your teen\u2019s physical or mental health, visit a GP for support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some of the key signs of burnout in teens to spot:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. They\u2019re not sleeping or eating well<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Exam stress<\/a> can affect your teen\u2019s mental and physical health. If things are feeling overwhelming or too much for them, this may start to affect their appetite and sleep. You might not be able to keep tabs on your teen\u2019s sleep habits all the time, but if they look tired, they\u2019re falling asleep during the day, or they\u2019re more irritable than usual, these may be signs that they\u2019re not getting enough slumber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re appetite can take a hit too. Are they skipping meals? Leaving lots of food on their plate? Or, are they eating tons of junk food? While your teen\u2019s relationship with food isn\u2019t something to judge or shame, under or overeating can be signs that they\u2019re feeling unhappy and overwhelmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. They\u2019re a lot more irritable or frustrated<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If they\u2019re lashing out or having meltdowns, they might be feeling the pressure. Teenage years can be difficult at time anyway, with their brains going through lots of changes. But, if you\u2019re seeing a big difference in their mood during exam season, it could be a sign of burnout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They might be feeling frustrated that they have gaps in their learning or because they\u2019re just not getting certain subjects of topics. Or, they\u2019re overworking because they\u2019re worried about meeting high expectations. Whatever the reason behind their stress \u2013 there\u2019s a good chance they might take it out on those closest to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. They want to spend a lot more time alone<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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