Overcoming Tough Emotions and Being Your Own Advocate

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UCLA Child & Youth Behavioral Health Center of Excellence
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Child Anxiety Child Welfare
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Emotion regulation and effective communication skills are foundational to building resilience. Many foster youth have gone through multiple transitions and this guide addresses common stressors and coping skills. Download this guide which highlights specific videos, talking points, and resources that can be used to support foster youth.

  Keywords: adolescent, communication, emotion regulation, foster care, youth
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Added on 5/4/2022   ·   Last updated on 5/4/2022