Episode 120 - If there is too much pressure on young people to succeed in their careers?

This episode for parents of teenagers to help you with careers advice to help encourage them.  The main things I spoke about were:  1. The rise in mental health in young people and the impact of this  2. Peer pressure and social media  3. Bright students feeling added pressure to pursue certain careers   4. Family pressures and expectations  5. Financial pressures  6. Tips and advice about how to help your teenager who is feeling pressured.  How can I support you see link here https://www.somaghosh.com/parents-of-teenagers  Articles  mentioned in the episode - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-60197150 https://www.prospects.ac.uk/ - A careers resource with job profiles and careers information  https://www.tlevels.gov.uk/ - More information about what T levels are.  Westminster Kingsway Alumni - https://www.westking.ac.uk/about-us/alumni/  Other relevant links - https://www.youngminds.org.uk/  If you feel you want support from me as a careers adviser please email me at [email protected].