Nearly 13% of adolescents in the U.S. have been diagnosed with at least one major depressive episode. Mental health disorders like depression or anxiety greatly impact an individual’s ability to function and contribute to suicidal thoughts among teenagers. At Nexus Teen Academy, we understand how hard it can be for parents to react effectively to suicidal …
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Using Mindfulness to Treat Suicidal Thoughts in Arizona Teens
Did you know that suicide is the third-leading cause of death among high school teenagers aged 14-18? It is vital to take teenage mental health conditions seriously. Professional help and early intervention are the first steps towards recovery. At Nexus Teen Academy, we understand how distressing it can be to parent teenagers with suicidal thoughts. You …
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Gender Differences in Self-Harm Behaviors: What You Need to Know
Gender differences in teen self-harm is a topic that warrants more discussion. Self-harm motivations and behavior will often differ between boys and girls. For example, girls are more likely to experience self-harm urges, while boys are more likely to use burning as a self-harming method. Additionally, LGBTQ+ teens face specific challenges that influence self-harm behaviors …
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25 Strategies for Dealing with Self-Harming Teens in Arizona
A majority of the 16% to 22% of teenagers who self-harm, the majority are female. This alarming statistic highlights why society needs awareness on how to identify and prevent teen self-harm. Through education on the signs, symptoms, and ways to seek help, we can create an environment that reduces the risk of further self-harm and promotes …
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Addressing Physical and Emotional Recovery from Teen Self-Harm Scars in Arizona
Self-harm behavior like cutting can start between the ages of 11-15 and may peak in adolescent teens of age 15-17. This worrying statistic highlights the silent struggle teenagers face, as many of them start in early adolescence and, because they don’t receive treatment, continue into their later teenage years. At Nexus Teen Academy, we understand that …
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