Treatment for the Effects of Comparing Children The effects of comparing children to others are almost wholly negative. Children become unable to communicate and function harmoniously with people in a variety of social and intimate situations. To effectively counteract these influences may require a variety of treatment options to properly target the areas of their…
Sometimes, as a parent, it is hard to know where to draw the line. Technology is a part of our society, and there is no doubt that ours is an online world. The internet and social media can be valuable resources, but they can also be a source of problems, too. Today, professionals and parents…
Anxiety Treatment and Teens During Coronavirus Adults are not the only ones who go through anxiety or fear during a pandemic. Children or teens who are aware of the threat of coronavirus may also go through episodes of hysteria, panic attacks, or anxiety disorder. Teens who normally have anxiety treatment may feel the need to…
The Benefits of Boot Camp For Teens Addiction impacts not just grown adults but also children and teens. Teens with genetic dispositions to addiction or who have exposure to others who are engaged in substance abuse are especially at risk. If your teen struggles with addiction, the benefits of a treatment program can be lifesaving.…
Teen sleeping habits have a big impact on physical and mental health. Sleep-deprived teens have a higher risk for skin problems, irritability, weight gain and memory loss. Too little sleep affects their mood. It can cause sadness or even depression. Oversleeping can also be unhealthy. It can leave a teenager feeling tired. Healthy Teen Sleeping…
Troubled teens can disrupt the life of a whole family. Their behavioural problems can throw parents and siblings into turmoil, too. The good news is that help is available. At Venture Academy, with positive reinforcement, we praise good behaviour to redirect teens. We’re able to help troubled teens make big changes in their lives. When…
Teens can become overly dependent on their phones, and many teens use phones to avoid real life. Setting rules for phone use is an important part of the parenting process. Sometimes, establishing phone limitations and following through with consequences can be incredibly overwhelming for parents. Fortunately, places like Venture Academy offer electronic addiction treatment programs…
Outdoor recreational treatment uses physical activities to help people overcome emotional challenges. Many treatment centres include outdoor activities into their programs, but do outdoor activities help depression in troubled teens? Do Outdoor Activities Help Depression? Today’s teens face challenging times. Many teens feel pressure to fit in at school and on social media. Others have…
Teen stressors are overwhelming our kids, and they need help. In the past, learning to manage and cope with stress was unique to grown adults. Today, stress affecting teenagers is rampant, and it is important for their mental health that they learn the best ways to manage and cope with teen stressors. These stress-managing methodologies…
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…