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  • Close-up of a hand with pills on a table, representing the importance of recognizing suicide warning signs in teens and taking proactive steps to provide necessary help and support.

    Suicide Warning Signs in Teens: What to Look For

    Despite numerous efforts by mental health practitioners, educators, and parents, suicide rates in America have continued to rise. Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in teens in the United States. Its rates soared during the Covid-19 pandemic and have not dropped since then. It can be heartbreaking for any parent to see their teen …

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  • Close-up of a hand with pills on a table, representing the importance of recognizing suicide warning signs in teens and taking proactive steps to provide necessary help and support.

    Suicide Prevention for Teens: How You Can Help Your Son or Daughter

    Adolescence can be difficult for many teens. Rapid physical, emotional, and psychological changes can leave your teen feeling overwhelmed and misunderstood. Other life challenges, such as bullying and social isolation, can make your teen contemplate suicide. As a parent of a suicidal teen, it can be heartbreaking to watch your child spiral into depression and …

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  • an adolescent getting help at a program for troubled teens arizona

    3 Types of Programs For Troubled Teens in Arizona

    Parenting troubled teenagers is not easy for any parent or caregiver and may require the help of a professional program for troubled teens. Arizona troubled teen programs like Nexus Teen Academy can help if you are looking for immediate assistance. It can be overwhelming dealing with seemingly new behaviors such as rebellion, mental health disorders, …

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  • Teen girl holding her head in distress with a concerned adult nearby, illustrating the emotional struggles and attention-seeking behaviors linked to histrionic personality disorder in teens.

    Understanding Histrionic Personality Disorder in Teens

    About 1% of teenagers have Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD). For teens with HPD, life can feel like an endless pursuit of attention and validation. This may be signified by intense emotional highs and lows beyond typical adolescent behavior. At Nexus Teen Academy, we provide targeted support for teens with HPD, helping them build emotional balance, self-confidence, and genuine …

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  • Teenage girl shrugging and boy with head in hands, illustrating the challenges of adolescent egocentrism and strategies for parents to guide teens through this developmental phase.

    Adolescent Egocentrism: What is it & What to Do

    Imagine a teen convinced everyone is watching their every move, from how they dress to their daily choices. This is a common part of adolescence, known as teen egocentrism. While it’s a normal developmental stage, it can sometimes lead to risky behavior and self-centered thinking. In this guide, we’ll explore the ins and outs of …

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