SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 19, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Grappling with low self-esteem during the \”awkward years\” is nothing new, but today\’s teens have to do it in parallel worlds – online and offline. With the new school year underway, a particularly vulnerable time for teens, a new Teen Confidence survey conducted by Kelton and commissioned by the makers of Invisalign Teen® clear aligners indicates struggles with appearance add to the angst teens feel, which is magnified in this age of social media.
\”Social media complicates life for teens. They need help figuring out this new stage of life, but chances are they aren\’t going to be the ones to initiate the conversation,\” said Jennifer Jolly, tech lifestyle expert and host of Tech Now for USA Today. \”Moms who want to do what\’s best for their teens and boost their confidence, shouldn\’t underestimate how embarrassing it is for their kids to be different, whether it\’s braces, glasses or growth and \’hormone-driven\’ issues.\”
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