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Stronger, Tougher, Smarter: Stories of Teen Resilience

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Slide shows faded, sepia toned images collaged in the background of blue, yellow, red, and black text that reads, "Stronger, Tougher, Smarter: Stories of Teen Resilience."

Five teens discuss their ability to “bounce back” from painful events and hard times. Viewers hear from a girl who learned to overcome an eating disorder and another girl who recovered from addiction to alcohol. A boy describes how seeking help from his grandmother helped him cope with his mother’s bout with cancer, and a student demonstrates how meditation helped her deal with stress and depression. A psychologist offers specific advice on steps that anyone can take to build resilience, including seeking help and support from others, nurturing a positive self-image, looking for opportunities for self-discovery, and developing realistic goals.

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