Ending addiction can be an extremely difficult decision to make. However, when your teen is struggling with addiction, it is all the more vital for their growth that they exit the cycle of addiction before it becomes a lifelong problem. Alcohol addiction can cause serious physical health problems, worsen mental health issues, and cause financial…
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The teen years present many challenges that can be either wonderfully life-affirming or destructive to the formation of a teen’s future self. This can mean that productively guiding teens through this time of growth can make all the difference to their future success. Mental health treatment is one of the ways that you can support…
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The opioid epidemic has had far-reaching consequences that have affected the lives of many people. Unfortunately, the wide reach of this addiction may mean that your teen could be struggling with opioid abuse. Most individuals are not equipped to handle the high level of care that detoxing from opioids may require. Therefore, your teen may…
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Process addictions or addictions related to behaviours can be difficult to understand. Teens who struggle with strong impulses to reenact certain behaviours may be confused about this type of impulse but are unable to control it. Some behaviours can even engage the brain in the same ways that drugs might. Because these types of addictions…
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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that many young people have a tough time managing. Because of this, healthcare professionals may prescribe Vyvanse to treat symptoms. However, long-term Vyvanse abuse can create new problems for teens who struggle with addiction. Teen prescription drug abuse is a problem that can lead to serious legal and…
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At Venture Academy, our team provides drug and alcohol treatment for teens in Canada. These services are available for male and female teens ages 12-18. The goal of our drug and alcohol treatment program is to help your child eliminate substance use so they can lead healthy, productive lives and make positive choices that do…
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Adderall is a prescription amphetamine that is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. However, studies show there is an increasing number of young adults that are misusing Adderall. Misuse of Adderall is to get high and increase focus. Concerningly, this can cause an addiction. Ultimately, drug addiction treatment may be needed to address this…
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There are many reasons why people self-medicate. Often people turn to self-medication to relieve stress, anxiety, unresolved trauma, and depression. Teens, in particular, self-medicate for a variety of reasons, including attention-deficit disorder (ADD), attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and anxiety disorders. Additional reasons are attempting to treat chronic pain or illness and peer pressure. Ultimately, self-medication…
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Surveys show that about 80% of young Canadians have reported drinking alcohol in the past year. These are teens 15 years or older. One of the factors of underage drinking is peer pressure. Teens may feel like they have to drink to be like their friends or older siblings. When things go too far, they…
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World Mental Health Day happens annually on October 10th. The mission of this day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world. Additionally, this day focuses on mobilizing efforts that support mental health causes. According to the World Health Organization, World Mental Health Day “provides an opportunity for all stakeholders working on…
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