Impact of Family Vacations on Teenagers

Teenage years are among the most prominent and hard years of a human’s life. These years are both prominent and hard at the same time; prominent or important as most of our body’s development takes place in between these years. Years between 13 to 19 can be hard as well.

For most teens, it is quite hard to face sudden changes in their bodies both physically and mentally. Most of these changes occur due to hormonal fluctuations. These changes can sometimes suddenly increase the negative emotions in our mind and can cause anxiety and depression.

Again, our family is a rescue! Again, because since childhood or probably since we were born for every little thing our family saved us.

Due to our busy lifestyle, we are unable to spend time with our families, that is our loved ones. But again, a break is needed by all! A short or a long vacation with our loved ones which is our family can have a huge impact in reducing our negative emotions and providing us with a boost of positivity and self-confidence.

Going or visiting new places or new towns, exploring the woods, enjoying the snowfall, chilling at the beach or even seeing new animals, birds and plants act as a power boost for our brain. It does not only act as a power boost but it helps in increasing the amount of love, affection and bond between the family.

Interacting with people from different parts of the world also plays an important role in one’s overall development and growth.

In the end, I would say that it’s good to take some time off and enjoy with kids, especially during their teenage years.

Toshani Mehra

Delhi Public School, Greater Noida