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Author Archives: Executive Director Hannah Carr, LPC

  • Teen covering face and raising hand, representing stress and avoidance linked to adjustment disorder challenges.

    Teen Adjustment Disorder: Definition, Causes, and Treatment

    Teen adjustment disorder is a condition that involves excessive reactions to stressful situations. With this condition, the response to stress is often more intense than what would usually be expected. It may show up when your teenager is facing a significant transition or stressful situation, such as dealing with a breakup or moving to a …

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  • Blue and white capsules representing common ADHD medications for teens, highlighting treatment options and effects.

    Most Common ADHD Medications for Teens

    Teen attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that impacts a teen’s focus and impulse control. It also affects the brain’s ability to regulate behavior and emotions. Findings suggest that 12-17-year-olds are more likely to receive an ADHD diagnosis than 5-11-year-olds. Many teenagers benefit from medication as part of a broader treatment plan. Medicine is more effective when parents, …

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  • Clipboard with ADHD test paper and pen, representing professional ADHD assessment for teens at Nexus Teen Academy.

    ADHD Assessment For Teens

    Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a mental health condition that affects how your teen controls impulses, manages time, or focuses. It can lead to low self-worth, strain in relationships, and trouble at school. However, most teenagers with ADHD often get misdiagnosed or undiagnosed. This is because it is easy to overlook the symptoms of ADHD in …

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  • Teen girl and mother arguing at home, illustrating conflict linked to adolescent anger issues and need for support.

    Understanding Anger Issues in Teenage Girls: How to Get Help

    While all people experience anger at times, anger issues in teen girls can lead to serious problems for parents and school administrators to deal with. When anger grows and comes out in harmful ways, it could be a sign that your teenage girl is struggling with something more profound. If you are a parent or …

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  • Teen girl holding chest and closing eyes, surrounded by hands, symbolizing anxiety and panic attacks in teens.

    Panic Attacks in Teens: What to Know

    Teen anxiety has been on the rise over the past few decades. It is estimated that one in three teenagers in the United States has anxiety, with 8.3% of them experiencing severe impairment. Anxiety and panic disorders cause a heightened state of fear. Your body has numerous ways of protecting you from danger. The fight-or-flight …

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