Concerned Mother: Daughter is too lethargic. Should I send her to do some sports?
Dear Agony Aunt,
I am writing to seek your advice regarding my teenage daughter’s behavior. She is currently studying in secondary school and I have noticed a concerning pattern in her routine. After coming home from school, she immediately goes to sleep and only wakes up for dinner before going back to sleep again. This has been happening for a few weeks now and I am worried about her well-being.
I am torn between whether I should be sending her to extra tuition to help with her studies or encouraging her to take part in some sports to improve her overall health and well-being. I want to make sure I am making the right decision for her future and her current state of mind.
I would greatly appreciate any advice or insight you may have on this matter.
Sincerely,
A Concerned Mother
Dear Concerned Mother,
Thank you for reaching out with your concerns about your daughter’s well-being. It’s understandable that you are worried about her current behavior, and it’s great that you are seeking advice on how to best support her.
It’s important to first have an open and honest conversation with your daughter to understand what might be causing her to feel so fatigued. It could be that she is feeling overwhelmed with her schoolwork and may benefit from some extra support in the form of tuition. On the other hand, encouraging her to participate in sports or physical activities could also help improve her energy levels and overall well-being.
It’s also important to consider her overall mental and emotional health. Is she feeling stressed or anxious about school? Is she getting enough quality sleep at night? These are all factors to consider when trying to understand her behavior.
I would recommend discussing these options with your daughter and allowing her to have a say in how she would like to address her fatigue. It’s important for her to feel empowered and involved in the decision-making process.
Ultimately, the goal is to find a balance that supports her academic needs while also nurturing her physical and mental well-being. I wish you and your daughter all the best as you navigate through this situation.
Take care,
Agony Aunt