Teen PTSD is a significant concern, with studies indicating that 1% to 6% of boys and 3% to 15% of girls who experience trauma develop PTSD. Fortunately, various effective treatment options are available to treat teen PTSD, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), medication, and residential treatment programs. At Nexus …
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Supporting Your Teen During PTSD Treatment in Arizona
As a parent, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure about how to support your teen during PTSD treatment. You’re not alone in this challenging journey. Teen PTSD affects up to 15% of teen girls and up to 6% of teen boys, including many teenagers in Arizona. At Nexus Teen Academy, we understand the unique challenges …
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Effective Support Strategies for Arizona Parents of Bipolar Teens
Teens are less equipped to manage the ups and downs of bipolar disorder independently. Therefore, most turn to their parents for care, support, and guidance. However, the extreme mood swings and potential behavioral challenges associated with the condition often leave parents overwhelmed. If you are a parent struggling to care for a teenager with bipolar …
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12 Communication Strategies for Arizona’s Bipolar Teens
Extreme mood swings, from manic or hypomanic episodes to depressive episodes, characterize Teen Bipolar disorder. Both parents and teens may misinterpret each other’s words or intentions due to this heightened emotional state. The communication style of a teenager with bipolar disorder may be more erratic or intense compared to their typical peers, making it challenging …
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Tips to Handling Teen Bipolar Crises in Arizona
Bipolar disorder affects roughly 3% of teens in the United States. A teen with bipolar disorder crisis can be dangerous to themselves or others if parents aren’t prepared. Handling a teen’s bipolar crisis requires careful, compassionate, and immediate action. If the situation is severe, immediately contact your teen psychiatrist, therapist, or mental health crisis team. …
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