There can be many signs that alert you to your teen’s need for professional help. As a parent, it can be challenging to determine when to step in, especially if you’re considering residential treatment. Many teens suffer from mental health problems or destructive behaviours, and either of these can be a good reason to seek…
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Mental health problems are on the rise in Canada, especially in teens. With that in mind, celebrating World Mental Health Day is an excellent idea, and it will enable you to open discussion with your teen about mental health. It’s also a brilliant opportunity to do something fun together, and you can raise money for…
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Having a child in residential treatment can cause a great deal of worry and stress. However, at the same time, you can relax, knowing that your teen is getting the best possible care. But what do you do when they return home? Life doesn’t go back to normal straight away; your teen will need support…
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It’s one thing to come to terms with having a troubled teen, but it’s quite another to figure out why they’re struggling. The good news is, there are a few common reasons that teens become troubled. And many therapists and treatment programs are well versed in healing troubled teens so they can go on to…
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Seeing your teen develop a drug habit is devastating for any parent. As a parent, it’s likely that you will wonder why they are struggling. There are many reasons why your teen would dabble in drug abuse. If your teen is abusing drugs, it’s worth remembering that there is help out there. Learn more about…
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In recent times, video games have undergone tremendous evolution, becoming an elaborate realistic escape appealing to players across all age groups. At Venture Academy, we understand that the obsession with these games, the gratification of leveling up, and the mental stimulation of playing these games increases the trend of teen gaming addiction. Is Your Teen…
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As a parent, you may feel reluctant to discuss topics that could distress your teen. We love our kids and would protect them from every harm if we could. Unfortunately, the reality is that your child likely has many worries swirling through their head already. By not bringing up difficult subjects, you’re ignoring an important…
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As parents and caregivers, our highest priority is for our children to live healthy, happy lives. We try our best to protect them from pain and difficulties, but unfortunately, some things are outside our control. Certain events and experiences can trigger behavioural changes in our kids. Teen trauma requires treatment in order to help teenagers…
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With the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping across the globe, young people are dealing with many serious issues. From teen stress to teen substance abuse, the problems arising due to being isolated and anxious are very real. Everyone handles the stress of the COVID-19 pandemic differently, but teens are especially vulnerable due to their developing psyche. How…
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Teenagers have a lot on their plates. School, friends, jobs, and family are a few of the everyday situations that can stress teens out. On top of this, teens may be recovering from trauma or experiencing behavioural, mental health, or substance abuse problems. There are many different treatment options to explore, but one of the…
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