It is common for teens to be rebellious and moody. During adolescence, your teen may exhibit aggressive or violent behavioral patterns. As teens age, it is not unusual for arguments between them and their parents to get heated. You may notice your teen is yelling and shouting more often when you have a disagreement, which …
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Teen Aggressive Communication Patterns
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Teen Passive-Aggressive Communication
Dealing with teenagers can be quite complex. At this stage of development, teens become more independent and begin building their self-identity. Your teen’s development may cause them to become passive-aggressive in their communication. They may not be openly aggressive but make snide comments or are sarcastic when you talk to them. Teens who do not …
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Teen Anxiety and Panic Disorders
According to a diagnostic study conducted by the National Comorbidity Survey Adolescent Supplement (NCS-A), it is estimated that 32% of teens in the United States have anxiety. The figure is even higher in females, with 38% of teen girls living with an anxiety disorder. With such statistics, it would not be far-fetched for a parent to …
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Teen Emotional Numbness and Suppression
During adolescence, teens undergo various emotional, physical, and cognitive changes that can be overwhelming. They become confused about their feelings and become more impulsive. At this age, teens’ emotions often control their behavior. It can be concerning to see your teen not express themselves at all. As a parent or guardian, you should pay close …
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Teen Depression and Emotional Fatigue
As teens age, their bodies undergo physical, cognitive, and emotional changes that affect their mood, while their hormones wreak havoc on their bodies, causing mood swings and sadness. These signs and symptoms may be normal in teens but may also signify an underlying mental health disorder like depression. Depression in teens in the United States …
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Teen Anger Management Treatment Options
Emotional dysregulation is a problem for many teens. During adolescence, teens experience physical and emotional changes that impact their mood. Imagine feeling constantly confused about why you have certain feelings. It can be overwhelming for teens to experience new and stressful emotions associated with growing up. When you feel your kid is overreacting, remember that …
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Teen Anger Release and Coping Techniques
It is normal for teens to be angry. However, unmanaged anger issues can have a negative impact on your teen’s life. Anger becomes unhelpful when it leads to destructive or harmful behavior. When your teen feels violated or unfairly treated, they may respond angrily and often in unhealthy ways. Anger can also be a secondary …
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Teen Mood Swings and Hormonal Concerns
Adolescence is a time of big changes for teens. They undergo physical, mental, and emotional changes. Due to this, they can have strong, reactive emotions that can be concerning. It is common for teens to be happy one minute and slam doors the next. These rapid shifts in mood can be a serious problem. They …
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Teen Public Emotional Outbursts
Many teenagers struggle with mood swings and emotional regulation. Their frustration may manifest as a public outburst, which is embarrassing and hard for many parents to manage. If your teen has frequent emotional outbursts, it may indicate an underlying issue. At NexStep Teen Academy, we offer outpatient treatment for teens struggling with emotional regulation. Our highly …
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