July 2011 - The Ranch PA

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Recreational Use of Prescription Medicine May Result in Prescription Drug Addiction

July 28, 2011 / Blog / By The Ranch PA

Mixing prescription medications ended the life of a University of Oklahoma football player on May 19, 2011. Test results out in July 2011 report that 22-year-old linebacker Austin Box had five different prescription medications present in his system when he died. The mix of these drugs contributed to his death. Unfortunately, young people are increasingly […]

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Dual Diagnosis Dynamos: Drugs / Alcohol and Mental Disorders

July 26, 2011 / Help Blog / By The Ranch PA

Individuals who have been diagnosed with depression, bipolar disorder, or anxiety disorders often suffer from concurrent alcohol and drug abuse problems. According to a recent report by the American Medical Association, 37% of individuals with alcohol problems and 53% of individuals with drug abuse issues also have an accompanying mental condition. As a matter of

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Inpatient vs. Outpatient Alcoholism Treatment: Which Way Should I Go?

July 21, 2011 / Blog / By The Ranch PA

Today, whether you choose an inpatient alcohol rehab path or the outpatient path, you will have the necessary tools to successfully complete a treatment program. Each type of rehab offers unique benefits. The best rehab program will consider your personal goals, challenges, and lifestyle. This is essential to achieving lifelong sobriety. Inpatient programs are naturally

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Florida Drug Task Force to Combat Prescription Abuse

July 21, 2011 / Blog / By The Ranch PA

Florida, a state that is known as one of the worst in terms of prescription drug abuse rates, is finally taking steps to create a task force to combat the problem. Although a national plan would be ideal for combating substance abuse on a larger scale, a smaller, yet involved, program in Florida is a

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Drug Rehab for Professionals

July 19, 2011 / Help Blog / By The Ranch PA

Alarmingly, a trend is growing amongst professionals: drug addiction. The newest segment of heroin users is not uneducated, underachieving people. As the numbers are showing, professionals from well-to-do homes are struggling with severe drug addiction. The fact is drug addiction can affect any demographic. In today’s world, with a struggling economy and job security in

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Debilitated by Drugs: The Physical Effects of Drug Abuse

July 14, 2011 / Blog / By The Ranch PA

Substance abuse, whether it is long or short term, is the basis for a wide array of health conditions. Individuals entering a drug rehab program are not only choosing to live a drug-free life, but are also choosing to live a life free from illness that could potentially rob them of future experiences and enjoyment.

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Betty Ford: An Advocate for the Ages

July 13, 2011 / Blog / By The Ranch PA

Betty Ford, former first lady and substance abuse advocate, has died at the age of 93. Ford, who battled breast cancer, alcohol addiction and prescription pill abuse, was a lifelong recovering addict and extremely influential in the evolution of substance abuse treatment programs and awareness on the subject. Ford, who became addicted to pain medication

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Alcohol Treatment That Centers on Your Loved One

July 12, 2011 / Help Blog / By The Ranch PA

Taking action is the most important first step if concerned with a loved one’s alcoholism. It is important to understand that alcohol addiction requires treatment from a variety of areas, including cognitive behavioral, psychiatric, drug, and counseling. To get your loved one on the path to recovery, the best must be done so that he

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The Advantages of a Private Drug Treatment Center

July 7, 2011 / Blog / By The Ranch PA

If you find yourself fighting the draw of alcohol addiction, the road to recovery doesn’t have to be a treacherous one. With the right help and your dedication to winning your life back, you can overcome the struggles of your addiction. Here are some of the advantages of a private drug treatment center such as

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Drugged Driving: A Cause for Concern

July 6, 2011 / Blog / By The Ranch PA

While it is drinking and driving that is typically discussed in the mainstream media, another issue, drugged driving, has become much more prevalent in recent years. Thanks to increased awareness, groups are slowly beginning to take action and the nation as a whole is taking a closer look at this often overlooked, yet incredibly dangerous,

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