Nexus Academy | Personalized Drug & Alcohol Rehab

  • Nexus Teen Academy banner on social phobia in teens, focusing on overcoming extreme social anxiety.

    Social Phobia in Teens: Overcoming Extreme Social Anxiety

    Teen social phobia is a serious problem that can make it nerve-racking to do normal day-to-day tasks or affect social activities like a date or a presentation in class. During adolescence, teenagers are more sensitive to embarrassment and shame. They are afraid of being perceived negatively or being judged for their actions. As a result, …

    More
  • Teen girl holding chest and closing eyes, surrounded by hands, symbolizing anxiety and panic attacks in teens.

    Panic Attacks in Teens: What to Know

    Teen anxiety has been on the rise over the past few decades. It is estimated that one in three teenagers in the United States has anxiety, with 8.3% of them experiencing severe impairment. Anxiety and panic disorders cause a heightened state of fear. Your body has numerous ways of protecting you from danger. The fight-or-flight …

    More
  • Stressed teen holds head in hands during class, symbolizing the overwhelming effects of social anxiety and the need for support in academic and social settings.

    How Do I Help My Teen with Social Anxiety?

    Teen Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) is more than just shyness; it’s an overwhelming fear of being judged or humiliated in social situations. For teens, this condition can significantly affect daily life, from school activities and friendships to extracurricular. If you are a parent dealing with a son or daughter with this problem, you may be …

    More
  • Concerned mother comforting her anxious teenage daughter in a cozy room, illustrating support strategies for helping teens cope with anxiety effectively.

    How to Help Your Teen with Anxiety

    Did you know that over 1 in 5 teenagers aged 13-18 have grappled with a mental health disorder in their lives? Parents may be wondering how to help their teen with anxiety when the problem is so prevalent. Teen anxiety disorders affect a teenager’s quality of life; this makes professional teen anxiety treatment necessary in some cases. At Nexus Teen …

    More
  • Hand holding spilled white pills on a bed, representing common types of medication used for treating social anxiety in teens under medical supervision.

    Common Types of Medication for Social Anxiety in Teens

    Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is a significant challenge for many teenagers. It impacts their thoughts and emotions and often leads to an intense fear of social situations. This can affect personal relationships, academic performance, and overall well-being. While therapy is commonly recommended as the first line of treatment, there are medications for social anxiety in …

    More