I’ve tried everything I can, but I’m unable to change it. This is my last resort, so any help would be much appreciated.
Its hard to suggest something, if as you say you have tried absolutely everything, can you be a little more specific.
Have you tried this:
Clean Reinstall - 1. - Download the avast! Uninstall Utility, avastclear.exe Avast Removal Tool | Download Avast Clear | Avast and save it to your HDD. Make a note of the steps required or print the page.
2. - Download the latest Avast off-line installation file for your Avast Program.
3. - Follow the instructions in the link in 1 above.