Adolescence can bring about hormonal and cognitive changes that can make teenagers feel increasingly emotional and dysregulated. As a parent, it is important to prepare for such moments. Readying yourself for intense conversations and cultivating an open and supportive space for parent-teen communication are a few of the first steps of this journey. At Nexus …
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How to Build AZ Teenager’s Trust as a Parent & Create a Safe Space for Sharing Anything
When teens grow up, they value open communication and trust with their parents. You interact with them more often than they interact with others. However, the shift from communicating with a child and a teenager is a large one that may be difficult. Trust is key for building and maintaining strong and healthy family bonds. …
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How Technology Can Help Teens Cope with PTSD In Arizona
Tracking your teen’s health using wearable devices may help them understand their symptoms, lifestyle, and thought patterns. Amidst the growing mental health crisis, technology emerges as a powerful ally, providing innovative solutions to support and treat PTSD in teens. At Nexus Teen Academy, we integrate cutting-edge solutions into our therapeutic practices to promote holistic care …
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Adolescent Counseling: Definition, Benefits, & Getting Help
Adolescent counseling is used to help teens and adolescents dealing with mental health struggles learn more about their situations and work to reverse negative thought processes with more productive ones. Teen counseling programs have been shown to help conditions like anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADHD, substance abuse, and other problems. For teens struggling with various …
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10 Mental Health Activities for Arizona Teens
The Department of Health and Human Services estimates that nearly 50% of adolescents will struggle with a mental health issue at some point in their lives, and Arizona is no different in this matter. While teen mental health challenges are on the rise in Arizona, there are proven mental health activities your son or daughter …
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