About PreVenture
The PreVenture program was developed by Dr. Patricia Conrod, a Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Psychiatry at University of Montreal. Dr. Conrod’s research focuses on risk factors for youth substance misuse and mental health problems with a view to understanding why early onset substance use is so highly concurrent with other mental health concerns and future addiction.
The PreVenture Program, a brief, personality-targeted, mental health intervention for adolescents, was created in response to evidence showing how personality factors can be highly predictive of who goes on to develop problems with alcohol and substance misuse.
Multiple randomized controlled trials showed PreVenture to have a strong effect on delaying alcohol and substance use among adolescents. Additionally the program demonstrated a positive effect on several mental health issues that may co-occur with substance misuse.
The PreVenture Program continues to be part of multiple research projects with the aim of creating new adaptations for a wider audience.
Program Creator, Dr. Patricia Conrod, on PreVenture
About PreVenture
The PreVenture program was developed by Dr. Patricia Conrod, a Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Psychiatry at University of Montreal. Dr. Conrod’s research focuses on risk factors for youth substance misuse and mental health problems with a view to understanding why early onset substance use is so highly concurrent with other mental health concerns and future addiction.
The PreVenture Program, a brief, personality-targeted, mental health intervention for adolescents, was created in response to evidence showing how personality factors can be highly predictive of who goes on to develop problems with alcohol and substance misuse.
Multiple randomized controlled trials showed PreVenture to have a strong effect on delaying alcohol and substance use among adolescents. Additionally the program demonstrated a positive effect on several mental health issues that may co-occur with substance misuse.
Program Creator, Dr. Patricia
Conrod, on PreVenture
Media Clips
On the Mic with Mike
Dr. Conrod on Hopestream
Dr. Conrod on CNN
About Loneliness
Making Smart Choices
Overcoming Hopelessness
Media Clips
On the Mic with Mike
Dr. Conrod on Hopestream
Dr. Conrod on CNN
About Loneliness
Making Smart Choices
Overcoming Hopelessness
About Venture Lab
Based out of the CHU Sainte-Justine hospital in Montreal, Quebec, Dr. Conrod’s Venture Lab supports research on adolescent brain development and risk factors for mental health and substance use disorders. The lab features an international roster of scientists working on the development of new mental health promotion strategies by studying the influence of genetics, environmental factors, and neuro-cognitive development on mental health and addiction. Multiple research projects with a key focus on personality, building resilience and early intervention are ongoing.
About Venture Lab
Based out of the CHU Sainte-Justine hospital in Montreal, Quebec, Dr. Conrod’s Venture Lab supports research on adolescent brain development and risk factors for mental health and substance use disorders. The lab features an international roster of scientists working on the development of new mental health promotion strategies by studying the influence of genetics, environmental factors, and neuro-cognitive development on mental health and addiction. Multiple research projects with a key focus on personality, building resilience and early intervention are ongoing.
New Areas of Research
The PreVenture Program continues to be part of multiple research projects with the aim of creating new adaptations for a wider audience, starting with the five additional modules below.
| MODULE | DESCRIPTION | TARGET |
|---|---|---|
| PERFECTIONISM | A module is being developed to address the high level of eating disorders amongst adolescents and young adults. | Eating Disorders |
| UNIVENTURE | The UniVenture Program is being developed to offer a substance use and mental illness prevention program. | University Students |
| OPIVENTURE | OpiVenture is designed to reach the millions of adults and young adults dealing with opioid dependence | Opioid Dependence |
| INDIGENOUS | The PreVenture Program is being modified to specially address the substance use and mental health problems suffered by our Indigenous population to equip them with the tools to overcome these difficulties. | Indigenous |
| YOUTH IN CARE | The “Youth in Care” module addresses trauma suffered by young people and the lingering effects. | Trauma |
NEXT STEPS
Get Involved
Available in both an in-person and online format, PreVenture is currently delivered by trained facilitators in schools and community programs across North & South America, Europe, and Australia.
Interested in learning more?
Select the category below that best describes you and learn how PreVenture can help.
NEXT STEPS
Get Involved
Available in both an in-person and online format, PreVenture is currently delivered by trained facilitators in schools and community programs across North & South America, Europe, and Australia.
Interested in learning more?
Select the category below that best describes you and learn how PreVenture can help.
What People Are Saying
“Having worked in the field of prevention and youth development for well over a decade, I have yet to experience such a powerful and inspiring intervention as PreVenture.”
Jennifer Pinto, Manager, Integrated Care Initiative
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital (Plymouth, MA)
“PreVenture teaches our students how to cope and problem solve so they’re better equipped to make good choices, which puts them closer to reaching their long term goals.”
Elizabeth Forbes, School Psychologist & PreVenture Facilitator
Bowling Green City Schools (Kentucky)
“Schools are excited to get trained in this evidence-based program that is showing amazing outcomes.”
Angela Weidman, Public Health Director
Chippewa County (Wisconsin)
What People Are Saying
“Having worked in the field of prevention and youth development for well over a decade, I have yet to experience such a powerful and inspiring intervention as PreVenture.”
Jennifer Pinto, Manager, Integrated Care Initiative
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital (Plymouth, MA)
“PreVenture teaches our students how to cope and problem solve so they’re better equipped to make good choices, which puts them closer to reaching their long term goals.”
Elizabeth Forbes, School Psychologist & PreVenture Facilitator
Bowling Green City Schools (Kentucky)
“Schools are excited to get trained in this evidence-based program that is showing amazing outcomes.”
Angela Weidman, Public Health Director
Chippewa County (Wisconsin)
PreVenture is an evidence-based prevention program that uses personality targeted interventions to promote mental health and delay substance use among teens. As a strengths-based program, PreVenture workshops are designed to help students learn useful coping skills, set long term goals and channel their personality towards achieving those goals.
We want to hear from you!
Email us at: info@preventureprogram.com Call us at:
+1-866-437-2193
+1-514-360-8191
PreVenture is an evidence-based prevention program that uses personality targeted interventions to promote mental health and delay substance use among teens. As a strengths-based program, PreVenture workshops are designed to help students learn useful coping skills, set long term goals and channel their personality towards achieving those goals.
We want to hear from you!
Email us at:
info@preventureprogram.com
Call us at:
