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  • Image of a teenage girl vaping indoors with smoke around her. Text overlay: 'I Just Caught My 16-Year-Old Vaping. Should I Punish Them and How?

    I Just Caught My 16-Year-Old Vaping: Should I Punish Them and How?

    (480) 485-3424 Contact Us Did you know that according to recent studies, many American teens are currently trying vaping? The study shows that the amount of vaping teenagers is rising, making them highly at risk of developing nicotine addiction. A vape is a device that heats a liquid into an inhaled vapor. It’s often used as …

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  • My Teenager In Arizona Wont Go To School Because Of Depression

    My Teenager in Arizona won’t Go to School Because of Depression

    Teenagers refusing to attend school due to depression face significant challenges that impact their academic, social, and emotional well-being. In Arizona, the pressure from competitive school environments, as well as social issues like bullying, can heighten these challenges. This can lead to poor academic performance, social isolation, and worsening mental health. At Nexus Teen Academy, we …

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  • Image of a teenager sitting on a bed while talking with an adult, with a thoughtful and attentive expression. Text overlay: 'Understanding and Treating Attachment Difficulties in Arizona Teens.

    Understanding and Treating Attachment Difficulties in Arizona Teens

    Have you ever wondered why you form relationships the way you do? Or what makes you comfortable around one person but uncomfortable around another? It is all linked back to the attachment style we developed as children. Sometimes, these styles are insecure and can lead to attachment difficulties. Attachment difficulties are emotional and behavioral challenges …

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  • Image showing a therapy session where a teenager reclines on a couch while a therapist takes notes. Text overlay: 'Reasons Why Teenagers In Arizona Are Resisting Therapy.

    Reasons Why Teenagers In Arizona Are Resisting Therapy

    It is estimated that nearly 20% of children and teenagers have a mental health condition, yet a significant number resist seeking therapy or do not get the support they need. At Nexus Teen Academy, we understand that for many families, navigating the challenge of a teen who refuses therapy can feel overwhelming. It becomes even more alarming considering …

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  • Image of a family conflict with a frustrated parent sitting on the couch and teenagers arguing. Text overlay: 'Negative Teen Behaviors in Arizona.

    Negative Teen Behaviors in Arizona

    Adolescence can be challenging for parents and guardians. As teens age, they crave more independence and often don’t understand that they still need your guidance and protection. At Nexus Teen Academy, we define negative teen behavior as problematic tendencies that go beyond age-appropriate norms and can have long-term negative consequences. At this age, your teen wants …

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