Nearly 50% of adolescents deal with some sort of mental health disorder at some point in their life. Teen mental health or substance abuse struggles can pervasive and dangerous, and it is crucial to find professional treatment as soon as possible for your teen before the problem becomes unmanageable. This isn’t easy, and if you’ve never done …
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Teen Treatment With UMR Insurance At Nexus Teen Academy
Studies show that nearly 1/3 of adolescents struggle with an anxiety disorder while depression affects around 13% of teens. When you factor in other mental health disorders like PTSD, ADHD, eating disorders, and more, a large portion of the adolescent population in the U.S. is struggling with some sort of mental health disorder. If your …
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How to Approach Suicidal Thought Disclosures in Arizona Teens
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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