Teen residential treatment is a type of mental health care in which teens stay on-site at a centre for some or all of their treatment program. This type of care is especially beneficial to teens who require more intensive support than what an outpatient setting can provide. The goal of teen residential treatment is to…
When parents are considering sending their child away to boot camp, there are a number of alternatives they should consider. Boot camps may be an option for some teens, but for those who are dealing with more complex issues, there may be better ways to address their problems. Venture Academy offers residential programs in Canada…
Teens who struggle with severe drug or alcohol addiction may need more help than an outpatient treatment program can provide. For some, residential treatment is the best option. But what is residential treatment, and how does it work? Residential treatment programs can help young people overcome substance use disorders by providing a safe, supportive environment…
The teenage period is a highly turbulent time, both for the parent and the child. As a parent, you might be overwhelmed by your teen’s unruly behaviour and worried about their well-being. A higher proportion of youth aged 15 to 19 reported harm due to alcohol use in the past year than adults aged 25…
Be it peer pressure, academic deadlines, or parental expectations, teenagers these days often face undue stress. Unable to cope with the challenges, they may sometimes turn to drugs as a negative coping mechanism, which further worsens the situation. In such cases, a personalized residential drug treatment program can bring their lives back on track. If…
If your family has been struggling with a teenager that needs professional help, you may have already started looking into the costs and fees associated with residential treatment. There are many conflicting bits of information out there, and it can be hard to tell whether or not a particular program will be affordable or covered…
You may have noticed some changes in your teen. Maybe the group of friends they are running around with these days is trouble. While you want to help, your teen shuts you out. Perhaps you are suspicious of a substance abuse problem. If this sounds similar to what you’re going through, it’s time to look…
It’s normal for teenagers to push boundaries and test limits. It’s part of their job to separate from their parents and become their own person. But sometimes, a teen’s behaviour goes beyond what might be considered typical teenage angst. Fortunately, there is help available. Venture Academy is a teen behavioural treatment centre with multiple locations…
It is a widely known fact that the teenage years are a challenging time for both teens and their parents. It is a period of significant physical, emotional, and cognitive growth, and many teens struggle to find where they belong in the world. During this phase, some teens may make poor choices, such as drug…
When your child is struggling, there is nothing you want to do more than help them in the best way that you can. It can be challenging to assess whether your child is going through a phase, acting out of teenage angst, or if they’re struggling with substances. Any substance use is an issue when…