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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
One-on-one therapy is just one of the many ways Venture Academy can help with your troubled teen. Typically, these sessions are a part of a behavioural or drug and alcohol treatment program. Sessions usually last forty-five minutes to an hour and are a part of an individualized treatment plan. There are unique challenges to one-on-one…
Teen marijuana use can be difficult to spot, though there are some signs that can help you determine if your teen is using marijuana. Teen marijuana abuse can be extremely detrimental to your teen’s physical and emotional growth. This is why getting your child the teen marijuana addiction treatment they may need is so important.…
Experimenting with drugs can lead to dangerous health issues, problems with relationships, financial issues, and legal troubles. While most substance abuse can take time to become an addiction, some substances can take just one use to form a physical addiction. This means that your teen will experience withdrawal symptoms after using the drug one time.…
The dangers of teen drinking can cause extensive damage in the lives of teens and their parents. Underage drinking statistics indicate that teen drinking can lead to serious financial and legal problems. When this is paired with the fact that many teen drinkers grow up to become lifelong drinkers, drinking can also lead to serious…
If you have encountered individuals in your life who are in the process of quitting smoking, you may have noticed them using electronic cigarettes or “vaping” as an alternative to traditional smoking. However, it’s important to remember that smoking is an addiction and causes real and lasting harm no matter the way in which you…