When a teen’s behaviour is disruptive or alarming, it can have an impact on the whole family. As parents, it can be hard to understand what is happening or what to do about the issue. The first step for most families is to seek counselling, or even intensive outpatient therapy. But what should a family…
If you are considering sending your troubled teenager to a military school, chances are good that you’ve already tried quite a few things which haven’t helped. Military school can be a great choice for the right kind of young person, but a military school isn’t really the same thing as a school for troubled teenagers.…
Having a traumatic experience can affect anyone’s life, no matter how old they are. However, for children and young adults, experiencing a traumatic event can impact how they move forward into their adult life. A young person who is dealing with trauma and its aftermath must receive appropriate professional help so that they can recover…
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…
Being a teenager can be tough, and so can being the parent of a teenager. Most teenagers go through rough patches where they tangle with family and friends, but what do you do if your teen is really out of control? For most, the first choice would be counselling or therapy, possibly even an intensive…
Many teens have trouble adjusting to their social and academic roles. Unfortunately, this leads some teens to make choices that adversely affect them for years to come. This might include drug or alcohol use, risky sexual behaviour, and blatant opposition to authority. However, with the right encouragement and support in a program specifically designed for…
Everyone needs help now and then. Teens might seek guidance from their family members or turn to a trusted friend or teacher. But, if your teen is struggling to articulate their needs or is a very private person, it might be hard for them to open up about an issue they are facing. Providing them…