360° Health: How to stay mentally strong in a world that never stops…A guide for teens and students

Dr. Rebecca Mannis focuses on the growing challenges facing teens, including anxiety, social media pressures, test anxiety, and the impact of AI and technology on mental health and self-esteem. Dr. Mannis emphasizes that emotional well-being is strengthened when students develop healthy coping strategies, maintain balance between online and offline activities, and focus on self-worth beyond grades, likes, or external validation. She encourages teens to manage stress through organization, realistic expectations, supportive relationships, and self-care practices such as adequate sleep and mindfulness. Her message highlights that staying mentally strong in a fast-paced world is not about avoiding challenges but about building resilience, adaptability, and confidence to navigate them successfully. Dr. Rebecca Mannis Biography Dr. Rebecca Mannis is a learning specialist  with expertise both in neuropsychology and instruction / intervention /advocacy who is based in New York and has a global practice. Her program, Ivy Prep Learning Center, bridges neuropsychology or the brain science of learning and tactical support and intervention /enrichment across the lifespan. Masters Harvard Grad School of Education, where she also served as an appointee to the Ed School’s Alumni Council, PhD from Teachers College, Columbia U. Through her nonprofit, The Mannis Foundation, provides advocacy, programming and support for children and adults whose educational needs are not sufficiently met. Social Media Facebook: @ivypreplearningcenter Facebook: Rebecca Mannis   Twitter: @ivypreplearning Instagram: @ivypreplearning LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/rebeccamannis Website: www.ivy-prep.comSupport the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.