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Why Teens Can Get Sick Often

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Stress Weakened Immune System: Why Teens Can Get Sick Often & How to Help November 28, 2025 Authored by: Emma Loker, BSc, PgDip Edited by: Aja Chavez, LPCC, LMFT CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Has your teen been getting sick a lot? Perhaps missing school or sports practice? Do they have a lot on their […]

5 Common Causes of Stress in Teenagers

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Find out the top 5 causes of teen stress, from academic pressure to social media. Learn how to recognize stress triggers and support your teen effectively.

Fidgeting in Teens

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Fidgeting in Teens: Physical Signs of Stress & How to Cope November 24, 2025 Authored by: Emma Loker, BSc, PgDip Edited by: Aja Chavez, LPCC, LMFT CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Have you ever noticed that your teenager can’t stop bouncing their legs during dinner? Or that they’re constantly clicking pens, chewing their hoodie sleeves, […]

Teeth Grinding in Teens

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Causes of Teeth Grinding in Teens & Support Options November 24, 2025 Authored by: Emma Loker, BSc, PgDip Edited by: Aja Chavez, LPCC, LMFT CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION It may be surprising to find information about teeth grinding on a mental health website. However, stress and anxiety are among the most common causes of […]

Sweating or Shaking During Stress

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Sweating or Shaking During Stress or Social Anxiety: Causes & How to Cope November 26, 2025 Authored by: Emma Loker, BSc, PgDip Edited by: Aja Chavez, LPCC, LMFT CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Imagine a teenager walking to the front of the classroom to deliver a presentation to their peers. They’re sweating and blushing, and […]

Restlessness in Teens

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Restlessness in Teens: Causes & Support Options for School Behavior Problems November 24, 2025 Authored by: Emma Eliason, B.A. Edited by: Aja Chavez, LPCC, LMFT CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Everyone feels restless or fidgety at times. Occasional fidgeting may result from something as simple as drinking too much caffeine in the morning or feeling […]