To better understand
The end of high school marks the beginning of the transition to adulthood.
The first decision your teen will have to make is about their post-secondary path.
- Will they go to CEGEP?
- Pursue a vocational diploma (DEP)?
- Enter the workforce directly?
- Choose another route?
After high school, your teen will also start to experience other changes, such as:
- How to manage finances?
- Who from their social network will stay close, and who will drift away?
- How to balance work and school?
With adulthood also comes the responsibility of facing the consequences of one’s actions under society’s rules and laws.
In short, major changes lie ahead, which can feel overwhelming! In fact, young people transitioning into adulthood are proportionally more likely to show signs of distress compared to other age groups.
The young adults aged 15 to 29 still live with their parents. This reality can be explained by:
- The financial challenges young adults face, including housing costs;
- Longer studies;
- Professional challenges.
Parental involvement remains essential and a significant source of support!
Did you know…
A young person’s brain keeps developing until about age 25.
During this time, they are still learning how to think things through, make decisions, judge situations, and manage their reactions.(1)
Be there for your teen
At the start of adulthood, your teen begins to accept their parents’ advice and values again.
Your teen has built their own identity. This identity will continue to grow and change throughout their life.
Is your teen wondering about their school path or career plans? Refer them to their Youth Employment Center (CJE): Trouve ton Carrefour jeunesse-emploi près de chez toi au Québec
You can also check out our guide: Helping your teen decide on a career – En mode ado
In short
By the end of adolescence, your teen begins to accept parental advice and values again.
They have developed their own identity and continue to shape it.
You always remain a role model!
Practical resources and tools
1. For support
Are you dealing with a situation that worries you? Ask for help:
2. For more information
- Your young adult is questioning their school/career path? Carrefours Jeunesses Emplois (CJE) can help guide them.
- Your young adult needs to talk? Kidshelpphone.ca
3. References
- (1) https://canada.justice.gc.ca/fra/pr-rp/jp-cj/jj-yj/ja-ea/resultats-findings.html