Social anxiety can be a significant barrier to forming and maintaining friendships for adolescents, but with the right strategies and support, it is possible to overcome these challenges. By understanding the impact of social anxiety, implementing evidence-based strategies, and providing supportive environments, adolescents can build meaningful relationships and improve their social well-being.

Fireworks, barbeques, camping trips, and vacations are some of the best parts of the summer. Most students are probably out having fun and not thinking about the pressures of the next school year when school is out. But, as July ends and August is just around the corner, student stress will surely rise again. Maybe reading that is reminding you that you are starting classes again soon, and a few questions might pop up, too, like, “Why is this so stressful?”, “Why do I feel this way?” and “How do I manage this stress?”.