Parenting Teenagers: Navigating Mental Health and Relationships

This course provides parents with insights into the complexities of raising teenagers in today’s world, with a focus on teenage mental health and strengthening the parent-child bond. It offers practical tools to address challenges and build meaningful connections.
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Course Introduction

Parenting teenagers can be challenging in a world shaped by social media, peer pressure, and mental health concerns. Led by clinical psychologist Zorina Noordien, this course provides parents with the tools to understand teenage mental health, build stronger relationships, and navigate modern challenges effectively. With practical strategies and expert insights, it empowers parents to create a healthier and more connected family dynamic.

Understanding Teenage Mental Health

Learn to identify and address the unique mental health needs of teenagers in a supportive and empathetic manner.

Building Stronger Relationships

Explore effective techniques for strengthening the parent-child bond through communication and connection.

Managing Modern-Day Influences

Gain tools to navigate the impact of social media, peer pressure, and contemporary challenges on your teenager’s well-being.

Course Activities

Zorina Noordien

Zorina Noordien is a Clinical Psychologist and PhD candidate specializing in child and adolescent mental health at the University of Cape Town. She lectures Psychology (Undergraduate) and Clinical Psychology (Masters) at the University of Western Cape. With experience working in a psychiatric facility for children and adolescents, Zorina brings a wealth of knowledge and practical expertise to her teaching. Her passion lies in empowering parents with the tools and understanding needed to support their teenagers’ mental well-being and foster stronger family relationships.