(480) 485-3424 Contact Us Did you know that according to recent studies, many American teens are currently trying vaping? The study shows that the amount of vaping teenagers is rising, making them highly at risk of developing nicotine addiction. A vape is a device that heats a liquid into an inhaled vapor. It’s often used as …

Have you ever wondered why you form relationships the way you do? Or what makes you comfortable around one person but uncomfortable around another? It is all linked back to the attachment style we developed as children. Sometimes, these styles are insecure and can lead to attachment difficulties. Attachment difficulties are emotional and behavioral challenges …

Adolescence can be challenging for parents and guardians. As teens age, they crave more independence and often don’t understand that they still need your guidance and protection. At Nexus Teen Academy, we define negative teen behavior as problematic tendencies that go beyond age-appropriate norms and can have long-term negative consequences. At this age, your teen wants …

An increasing number of teenagers resist attending school, sometimes outright refusing to attend. This is a growing concern among parents of adolescents. They are often at a loss as to why their teenager is so adamant about their refusal, not realizing that emotional or psychological difficulties frequently cause the school refusal. These challenges may include …

Psychosis affects up to 3.5% of all people. Psychotic symptoms rarely show until the late teen or youth years. Teens experiencing psychosis often face stigma, social isolation, and disruptions in their educational and personal development.  Professional intervention is also important; Nexus Teen Academy is here to help. We provide comprehensive care and support for families and teenagers battling psychosis. …