Cocaine use is dangerous for anyone, but it can be even more so for teenagers. If your teen has been using stimulants, you can enroll them in the cocaine rehab program at our centre. Learn more about the dangers of cocaine and how they can impact your teen by calling Venture Academy today at 866.762.2211…
Lean drink is a type of alcohol-based beverage that has become increasingly popular among teens in recent years. It typically contains a blend of codeine, a strong opiate-based pain reliever, and other sweeteners. While the effects of drinking lean are similar to those of alcohol, its high-opiate content increases the chances of overdose and other…
Addiction, or substance use disorder (SUD), is a disease that impacts not only the person with the problem but also their family members and friends. Thankfully, many resources are available to help you find treatment options for your loved one. Help for teens with addiction is available and can be found through a family doctor,…
As teenagers grow to be more independent, they have to make more decisions on their own. Sometimes, they make better choices than others. Prescription drug abuse in teens is a serious problem that can have lasting effects on your child and your family. Learn how to recognise substance abuse and how to help your teenager…
The teenage period is a highly turbulent time, both for the parent and the child. As a parent, you might be overwhelmed by your teen’s unruly behaviour and worried about their well-being. A higher proportion of youth aged 15 to 19 reported harm due to alcohol use in the past year than adults aged 25…
As parents, we often have to make difficult choices when it comes to helping troubled teenagers. Sometimes, for teens struggling with behavioural issues or substance use, the only course of action is to send your child away for residential treatment. But you might wonder how to send your child away. What if they feel abandoned,…
Intense physical and psychological changes accompany the teenage years. As such, your teen might feel confused or overwhelmed with life’s challenges and turn to harmful coping mechanisms. Alternatively, peer pressure might force them to experiment with drugs, culminating in a substance use disorder. Teen drug abuse is extremely dangerous, requiring timely intervention and treatment. If…
You are probably familiar with alcohol or drug addiction, but behavioural addiction may be a new concept for you. Many people don’t know that certain behaviours can be as addictive as drugs or alcohol. In fact, these addictions can be so severe and difficult to manage that a person may require behavioural addiction treatment. The…
From a distance, the lives of celebrities can appear appealing, even enviable. The crowds of fans, the glossy profiles, the awards shows, the raucous parties—all of these things and more are indicative of a privileged world where money and fame can get a person almost anything they want. Children and teens, in particular, may try…