More and more kids are being bullied in their own homes under their parent’s very noses. It’s called cyberbullying and it’s a troublesome trend involving the use of cell phones, Facebook, and other social networking sites that allow teens to connect and bully others. Cyberbullying teens abuse their peers and those teens who are cyberbullied…
Watching your teen turn down the wrong path in life both upsets and frightens you. Your worry mounts as you endure disrespectful outbursts or watch his/her grades go down. You might know or suspect that your son or daughter is engaging in sex or using alcohol or drugs. Your attempts to stop the bad behaviour…
Everyone knows anxiety. It is a healthy emotion that can be helpful in many situations. Before an exam, it can improve our awareness and performance. However, when anxiety becomes a regular feeling that hits a person day by day without any cause, it can be a severe medical disorder. But, what is the best way…
Many young people struggle with ADHD, and it can be a very difficult mental illness to deal with. Along with the symptoms of ADHD, there’s unfortunately a stigma that surrounds those who have this disorder. However, the reality is that people with ADHD have many great qualities, and this is why more people need to…
Depression is a very serious mental illness, and more and more young people are struggling with it than ever before. Unfortunately, although many young people struggle with depression, they aren’t getting the help they need. This is due to a variety of reasons, but as a parent, it’s important to know the signs of depression…
Mental health is a major problem throughout the world, and many people lack awareness and education. There are more people than ever who struggle with anxiety, depression, and other forms of mental illness. Because of this, the World Health Organization (WHO) has dedicated an entire day to the topic of mental health. World Mental Health…
One of the main reasons people don’t get the help they need for their mental health is due to a lack of education. Unfortunately, there are many young people who are struggling with different forms of mental illness, but never get help. Moreover, this can lead to issues with family, friends, and school. This is…
It’s a helpless feeling to see your child dealing with a substance abuse problem. Though it’s normal for teenagers to experiment with drugs and alcohol, things can get out of hand. Moreover, they may find themselves in risky situations and out of control. The staff at Venture Academy specializes in helping troubled teens get on…
Mental health issues and substance abuse tend to go hand-in-hand. In fact, this is often referred to as co-occurring disorders or dual diagnosis. There are a number of reasons why someone might experience both types of problems. Therefore, understanding the link between them and learning about treatment options is a good first step to recovery.…
If you can’t understand why your teen has turned to drug and alcohol abuse, learning more about the connection between low self esteem and addiction may help you. In fact, it’s disheartening to realize your child has a substance abuse problem. You want to help, but you don’t know where to start. Therefore, educating yourself…