Emily Werner, of the University of California, and her colleague Ruth Smith, did an outstanding study over the course of 30 years watching the lives of children and they reacted to adversity. As a coach and parent this is what I face each day. Trying to help young people overcome setbacks.
Check out these articles on how young people from poor backgrounds can overcome bad situations. Both articles do a good job of giving pointers on how to advise and mentor those going through tough stages.
Everyone needs help. Some kids have the resolve and some kids need that arm around the shoulder to help them through the difficult time.
Two articles on Werner and Smith's studies:
Article on Resilent Children
How to raise emotional children
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