WESTERN MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF NURSING
ZAMBOANGA CITY

PURPOSIVE COMMUNICATION 101

CONTENT CREATION PLAN

SOCIALS PROBLEMS TEENS/YOUTH STRUGGLE WITH

EVERYDAY
MEMBERS:
FATIMA NERICIA NGO SAHIBUL (SCRIPT WRITER)

CRYL GLENN SAAVEDRA (SCRIPT WRITER)

ANN CEMELLE REY (VIDEO EDITOR)

MARY GAAS (RESEARCHER)

ALBAR IBRAHIM (RESEARCHER)

SCRIPT FOR THE VLOG:

Speaker 1-SAHIBUL: Good morning, everyone. Our topic today is about social problems youth/
teens struggle with today, now this may sound cliche and overrated but hear us out these might
help us realize and understand youth today, especially to struggling parents out there who just
can’t understand their teenagers.
Speaker 1-SAHIBUL: We've all known what it's like to be a teen or an adolescent. That awkward
period of puberty when we were trying to fit in with our peers. The period where we are trying to
discover ourselves.  Today, we'd want to talk about the issues we face as a youth and how they
might affect us as we grow older. Let us begin by defining what these social issues are. According to
Amy Morin of verywellfamily.com, teens today struggle with depression, Bullying, Sexual Activity,
drug use, alcohol use, obesity, academic problems, peer pressure, social media, and on-screen
violence. My co-speaker will present the facts regarding these issues.

Speaker 2-REY: Hello everyone, my co-speaker just discussed the challenges that teens face
everyday. Now I'll present the evidence that these problems occur. According to the National
Institute of Mental Health, at least one major depressive episode affected 3.2 million teenagers in
the United States in 2017. That indicates that approximately 13% of teenagers will experience
sadness before they reach adulthood. According to the National Center for Education Statistics,
approximately 20% of American teenagers were bullied in 2017. The development of social media
use among teenagers, which has made bullying much more visible and prevalent, is one rationale
given in the study. Sexual activity was reported by 39.5 percent of high school students in the 2017
Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance Data And of the 20 million new sexually transmitted infections
diagnosed each year, more than half were in young individuals aged 15 to 24. About 6% of high
school seniors admitted to consuming marijuana daily. Marijuana use currently outnumbers
cigarette use among teenagers. Many teenagers believe that marijuana is now less hazardous than
in previous years. This shift in attitude could be attributed to changes in marijuana laws. Teens, on
the other hand, frequently underestimate how easy it is to acquire an addiction. In 2017, teen
alcohol use and binge drinking decreased significantly. Despite the decrease, 29.3% of high school
seniors admit to drinking alcohol. My co-speaker will go over the remaining points with us.

Speaker 3-SAAVEDRA: Thanks for that (name of speaker 2), Obesity is one of the social challenges,
with over 20% of 12- to 19-year-olds being fat, according to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention. Obese children are at a substantially higher risk of lifelong health problems such as
diabetes, arthritis, cancer, and heart disease, in addition to being frequently targeted by bullies.
They may also have body image issues or develop eating disorders as a harmful means of altering
their look. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, about 5% of high school
students in the United States drop out each year. But it's no longer just "problematic kids" who are
dropping out. Some teenagers are under so much pressure to get into a decent institution that they
burn out before they finish. Peer pressure is another concern. While peer pressure isn't a new
problem, social media has elevated it to a whole new level. Sexting, for example, is a big source of
concern since many teenagers are unaware of the long-term ramifications of exchanging sexual
photographs. However, sharing indecent photos isn't the only thing that children are forced to do.
More and more children are being forced to engage in sexual activity, use drugs, and even bully
other children. Social media, often known as social media, such as Facebook, Instagram, and
Twitter, can be a terrific way for kids to communicate, but it can also be troublesome for a variety
of reasons. Social media, for example, can expose your kid to cyberbullying, slut-shaming, and other
forms of harassment. And, while social media has some advantages, it also has a lot of drawbacks.
Social media has the potential to harm friendships and is altering the way teenagers date. It may
even have an effect on their mental health. Last but not least, there is On-Screen Violence.
Teenagers will be exposed to violent media at some point in their lives. Violence is depicted in a
variety of media, including television, music, and film. Many of today's violent video games feature
graphic violence and unpleasant scenes. Studies have connected witnessing violence to a lack of
empathy and even aggressive behavior in recent decades. Other studies have found that how
parents think, and act is the most important element in determining how children interact to
media. According to Common Sense Media, the more violence parents witness, the more likely they
are to believe it is OK for their children to witness. We're now aware of the dangers that these
issues that impact today's youngsters may pose in the future. Let's all learn from my co-speaker
today about a healthier method for a teenager to express themselves.
Speaker 4-IBRAHIM: We've all heard about the dangers and realities of societal concerns. Let's talk
about a healthy way of expressing oneself. Negative thoughts like this are becoming increasingly
frequent in our homes and schools. According to a 2018 study of early adolescents, self-concept
(your perspective of yourself) is important for emotional well-being. According to the research, a
supportive classroom atmosphere and healthy social ties have an indirect impact on teen well-
being. The essential variable in the equation of happiness appears to be a positive self-concept. If a
kid is confident in herself, she is more likely to connect with others and benefit from the school's
resources. There are five methods for kids to feel good about themselves, according to Amy Eva of
Greater Good Magazine. Get Physical is the first step, which entails exercising on a daily basis. The
second strategy is to focus on self-compassion rather than self-esteem. According to researcher
Kristen Neff, self-compassion—treating yourself with kindness, openness, and acceptance—is a
healthy alternative to the constant striving and performance oriented frequently associated with
self-esteem. The next tip is to avoid social comparisons. Don't compare yourself to your friends or
your Social Media pals; you are unique and lovely in your own way. Fourth, capitalize on certain
skills. If you keep an eye out for your teen's talents and interests, you can help them develop them.
He may be a poor athlete, but when he works on school scientific projects, he comes alive. Last but
not least, when we reach out to others (especially strangers), we are more likely to feel better
about ourselves. There are other ways to assist ourselves, and this is only the beginning. My co-
speaker will expand on family activities or support groups that can help people cope with social
pressure.
Speaker 5-GAAS: Bringing up challenging topics with teenagers can make them feel uneasy. A long
lecture or too many direct questions are unlikely to elicit a positive response from teenagers.
However, having a difficult conversation is not something you should avoid doing. Even when it
seems like they are not listening, you as parents are the most influential person in their life.   Before
the window of opportunity closes, it's critical to create a solid foundation. Asking a question like,
"Do you believe this is a major problem at your school?" is a smart way to start a talk about drugs,
sex, juuling, or other uncomfortable issues.
Speaker 5-GAAS: Pay attention to what they have to say. Try not to be judgmental but be clear
about your expectations and viewpoints. You must realize that certain actions are not acceptable,
and that they are aware of the consequences of breaching your standards. According to Dr. Tali
Shenfield of Advance Psychology Services, there are several strategies that might help parents
comprehend their kids at home. Make sure your teen feels comfortable at home, listen to him or
her, establish clear, consistent, but fair rules, never use physical (corporal) punishment, set a good
example, and never compete with your child. Thank you all for taking the time to listen to what we
had to say about our topic today. Everyone have a wonderful day!!!

Reference:
Morin, A. (2020, June 24). Top 10 Social Issues Teens Struggle with Today. Retrieved from
https://www.verywellfamily.com/startling-facts-about-todays-teenagers-2608914
Eva, A. (2018, May 21). Five Ways to Help Teens Feel Good about Themselves. Retrieved from
https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/five_ways_to_help_teens_feel_good_about_thems
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Familydoctor.org. (2019, September 24). Teenagers: How to Stay Healthy. Retrieved from
https://familydoctor.org/teenagers-how-to-stay-healthy/
Kaminsky, A. (2017, July 26). Helping Your Teenager Cope with The Challenges of Adolescence.
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