Eating disorders are mental and behavioral conditions involving persistent unhealthy eating habits accompanied by distress. The causes of teen eating disorders can vary depending on the teen’s situation, but they’re common among teens and are often detrimental to their well-being. Potential risks of eating disorders include severe health effects, such as: Anemia Diabetes Heart complications …
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How Do I Help My Teen with Social Anxiety?
Teen Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) is more than just shyness; it’s an overwhelming fear of being judged or humiliated in social situations. For teens, this condition can significantly affect daily life, from school activities and friendships to extracurricular. If you are a parent dealing with a son or daughter with this problem, you may be …
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Motivational Interviewing with Teens
Teen motivational interviewing is a goal-oriented style of evidence-based treatment offered at outpatient and inpatient mental health programs. If you are interested in learning more about the motivational interviewing programs at Nexus Teen Academy, contact our team today and we can walk you through the process as well as our other treatment offerings. What is Teen …
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Personality Disorder in Teens: Types, Signs, & Treatment
Studies estimate that around 3% of adolescents deal with borderline personality disorder, when you account for other types of personality disorders, this number may be even higher. In general, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that nearly 50% of all adolescents will deal with some sort of mental health disorder. The prevalence …
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Borderline Personality Disorder in Teen Boys
According to some studies, the prevalence of borderline personality disorder (BPD) in the general teenage population is 3%. This condition can show up differently in boys compared to girls. Borderline personality disorder in teen boys may cause them to struggle with social withdrawal, risk-taking, or anger, which can be mistaken for other issues. Due to this …
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