Most people think of anxiety as an emotion that can easily be regulated. However, if you or a loved one has an anxiety disorder, the symptoms take over lives. Anxiety diagnosis is difficult because many disorders fall under the umbrella of anxiety illnesses. Anxiety can also be a symptom of another mental health concern or…
If your teen has struggled with addiction, one of the first steps on the path to success is to embrace sobriety. However, recovery can be a long road. Doing everything you can to support your child’s chances of avoiding relapse is crucial for keeping them sober. If they are struggling with maintaining recovery, it may…
Addiction can complicate the lives of everybody in a household. But, when someone is addicted to more than one substance, it can greatly complicate their ability to overcome their addiction. If your teen has been using several types of drugs or drugs and alcohol, seeking help as soon as possible may be crucial to their…
Internet addiction in teens is on the rise because of the popularity of social media. You may have noticed your teen withdrawing from in-person events, or maybe they spend most of their time staring at their screen. Venture Academy has experienced professionals who are accustomed to helping teens unplug and rejoin the world. Help your…
Does your teen find it difficult to stay still for long periods of time? You may observe this behaviour in school, church, or even just at the dinner table. If they are unable to stay still, it can make coursework nearly an impossible task. If this sounds like your teen, it may be a sign…
When an individual struggles with addiction, their behaviour has the potential to have an effect on everyone around them. However, repercussions of these behaviours can sometimes include serious legal troubles. If your teen’s addiction has upturned your household, repairing those family dynamics will be very important to them as they adjust to recovery. The family…
If your teen is already abusing substances like alcohol or marijuana, then social media may be making their addiction worse. Social media sites expose your teen to all kinds of people, both aspirational and peers that may be using and actively promoting alcohol and drugs. The teen years are a deeply impressionable time. If teens…