Summer Programs help teenagers break free of negative influences

How Venture Academy’s Summer Semester Helps Teenagers Break Free from Negative Influences

For many parents, watching their child fall into the wrong peer group can be deeply concerning. Negative influences can shape a young person’s behaviour, decision-making, and self-esteem in ways that may not always be immediately noticeable. Over time, however, exposure to unhealthy friendships, peer pressure, and risky behaviours can lead to declining motivation, family conflict,…

Helping teenagers with conduct disorder

How to Navigate Challenging Behaviour in Teenagers with Conduct Disorder

Conduct disorder is a complex mental health condition that can significantly impact a child’s behaviour. Teenagers with conduct disorder often exhibit a consistent pattern of aggression, rule-breaking, deceitfulness, and defiance. For parents, dealing with these behaviours can be incredibly challenging and stressful. Understanding the nature of conduct disorder and knowing how to effectively navigate these…

an autistic child hits another child

How to Stop Autistic Child from Hitting Others

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition that manifests in various social, communicative, and behavioural challenges. Among these challenges, aggression and rage can be particularly distressing—not only for the child experiencing autism but for their families and caregivers as well. Aggressive behaviours such as hitting can signal underlying frustrations and difficulties that require…

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The 7 Types of Attention Deficit Disorder

Being diagnosed with ADD is a significant event for both teens and their parents. It helps everyone in the family understand the source of many of a young person’s problems. However, this seemingly simple diagnosis brings the potential for more specific clarity. Few people realize there are actually seven sub-diagnoses of attention deficit disorder. Venture…

panicking boy dealing with types of mental illness

Understanding Different Types of Mental Illness in Teens

Different types of mental illness plague teens from all across Canada and throughout the world. Living as a teen is hard enough, but mental health disorders like general anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can further complicate teens’ lives. Understanding these disorders can identify why getting the right behaviour treatment is so important. Growing…