A formerly energetic teenager starts making excuses to skip family outings. Soon, they begin to avoid simple errands to the grocery store. After a while, they respond with visible panic or defensive silence at the mention of a family shopping day out. This may mean one thing- they fear being seen in public. Most parents …
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Teen Bullies Others After Being Bullied: Mental Health Cycle
There are several heartbreaking and confusing experiences a parent can face. However, a son or daughter transitioning from a bullying victim to an aggressor is at the very top of the list. One month, you are comforting your teenager after a school bullying incident; the next, the principal phones you to report your child harassing …
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Teen Laughs Less and Stares Off – What Parents Should Know
Your teenager used to make the house ring with laughter and levity. Now you have a quieter child who withdraws, becomes more somber, and gets lost in extended periods of daydreaming. Many parents struggle with the worry as to whether it is simple burnout or something more serious. Small differences, like laughing less or spacing …
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Teen Suddenly Thinks Everyone “Hates Them”
If your teen is saying, “everyone hates me,” it may make you a bit worried for their mental state. Many teens experience more intense emotions because their brains are still developing. Stress can also cause normal concerns to escalate into feelings of hopelessness. As a result, they can misinterpret their surroundings, experience teen anxiety, or …
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Teen Avoids Parties and Social Events They Used to Love
It can be worrying when your teen, who previously enjoyed parties and social events, suddenly stops. Many parents wonder whether this is normal growth or something else. As teens transition into adulthood, they may no longer enjoy social gatherings. Sometimes, distress is caused by emotional, social, or psychological factors. In this article, Nexus Teen Academy …
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