Self-Care Summer Day Camp for Teens Ages 12-18 (June 23-26, 9am-11am)

Welcome to the Self-Care Summer Day Camp for Teens Ages 12-18!
Monday June 16- Thursday June 19, 9am-11am
126 1st Ave. E, Shakopee
Imagine if your teen could start developing habits and practies of self-care now in their youth rather than waiting until adulthood...
With four days of day camp, your teen will learn at least two specific strategies each day and will then have the opportunity to practice those strategies in a supportive environment.
Whether your teen is brand new to the idea of self-care or has a regular yoga, artistic, or writing practice, they will benefit from this dedicated time.

Why is Self-Care Important?
Sure, it's a buzz word, but why is self-care actually important? Self-care strategies can help with:

• Stress and Anxiety: About 70% of teens report stress as a significant issue in their lives, according to the American Psychological Association (APA)
  
• Mental Health Support: Only about 41% of adolescents with a mental health disorder receive treatment, highlighting the importance of accessible self-care and mental health education
  

• Sleep: The CDC reports that 73% of high school students don’t get the recommended 8–10 hours of sleep on school nights, which can lead to mental health challenges and lower academic performance
  
• Exercise: Only 24% of teens meet the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity per day (Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance, 2022)
  

• Screen Time: On average, teens spend over 7 hours daily on screens for entertainment (excluding school or homework). Excessive screen time correlates with reduced physical activity and disrupted sleep.
  
• Social Media Use: A 2023 Pew Research Center study found that 46% of teens feel overwhelmed by the pressure to always be online, and 38% reported feeling judged on social media.

• Diet and Nutrition: Less than 10% of adolescents eat the recommended daily amount of fruits and vegetables, according to the CDC.
  
• Eating Habits: Skipping meals is a common issue among teens, particularly breakfast, which can negatively affect energy levels and concentration.
  

• Mindfulness Practices: Mindfulness and meditation are growing in popularity among teens, with studies showing that mindfulness interventions can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression in 70–80% of participants.

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