Tag: young adults
by Susan Resko, The Balanced Mind Foundation Executive DirectorTransitioning from Teen To Adult
by Donna Gilcher
adapted for Flipswitch by Sara Hunter
Teenagers with bipolar disorder face many challenges as they transition from childhood to adulthood. You must begin planning for life after high school, careers, and independent life long before your 18th birthday or high school graduation. Life after high school can create a greater need for emotional support and social structure and it can be hard to find that support in a college setting or at home.
With that thought in mind, It may be a good idea to investigate transitional programs aimed at individuals with disabilities between the ages of 18-24. These programs can offer a helpful stepping-stone that provides structure and support while nurturing one’s need for independence. They also provide opportunities for development of employability, independent living, and social skills while strengthening awareness of living with bipolar disorder.
Transitioning from Teen To Adult
by Donna Gilcher
adapted for Flipswitch by Sara Hunter
Teenagers with bipolar disorder face many challenges as they transition from childhood to adulthood. You must begin planning for life after high school, careers, and independent life long before your 18th birthday or high school graduation. Life after high school can create a greater need for emotional support and social structure and it can be hard to find that support in a college setting or at home.
With that thought in mind, It may be a good idea to investigate transitional programs aimed at individuals with disabilities between the ages of 18-24. These programs can offer a helpful stepping-stone that provides structure and support while nurturing one’s need for independence. They also provide opportunities for development of employability, independent living, and social skills while strengthening awareness of living with bipolar disorder.