According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in four adolescents in the United States report experiencing at least one adverse childhood experience (ACE) before the age of 18. These traumatic events can deeply disturb and emotionally overwhelm teens, leaving lasting effects on a young person’s growth. This trauma can harm their …
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Types of Trauma in Arizona Adolescents
Adolescent trauma leaves a lasting impact on teens’ emotional, physical, and social well-being. However, the types of experiences that constitute trauma for teenagers are diverse. Let’s get a better understanding of the various types of adolescent trauma and what you can do to help your teen. If you need immediate assistance, contact our team today, …
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Tips to Healing Teen Trauma in Arizona
Parenting adolescents comes with its own set of challenges. Adding a response to traumatic experiences creates new complexities that can further challenge the parent-child relationship. As caregivers, helping your teen heal from trauma can be overwhelming. You may question yourself and your ability to support them through this difficult time. At Nexus Teen Academy, we …
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Trauma-Informed Parenting in Arizona: Effective Strategies for Supporting Your Teen
Trauma-informed parenting is a way of raising children that considers how past experiences, especially difficult or traumatic ones, can affect a child’s behavior, emotions, and development. It’s not just for children who have experienced major trauma; it’s a helpful approach for all caregivers. some key aspects of trauma-informed parenting include understanding adolescent trauma, identifying changes …
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