What is Psychotherapy?The reason why treatment is essential to overcoming an addiction, alcoholism, or substance abuse disorder is that all three conditions are chronic, meaning they continuously get worse until you receive help. Treatments like psychotherapy are highly effective during the recovery process, but what is psychotherapy and how does it help treat addiction?Substance abuse […]
For many people, admitting they have an addiction is a significant first step on the path to recovery. It’s important to do research, just like you would with any other major investment. But surprisingly, many people don’t. A good starting point is a treatment directory, a source of information for people seeking addiction and/or mental
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One of the most therapeutic tools for addiction recovery is journaling. It’s something that you can do just about any time or anywhere, and it’s simpler and less expensive than therapy. Keeping a journal is a great way to reduce stress and get in touch with what you’re thinking and feeling. By writing in a
Stages of Addiction RecoveryAddiction takes time to develop, as the stages of addiction start with your first use and end with dependency. Since substance abuse disorders get progressively worse, there are also stages of addiction recovery.When you struggle with a substance abuse disorder or addiction, you can deal with troubling and serious consequences. Once addiction
It can be devastating to watch a loved one struggle with addiction. It’s painful, personal, and brings feelings of helplessness, anger, fear, and hurt. You want to do everything in your power to help them get well. But when it comes to addiction, there’s a fine line between helping and enabling your loved one. Friends,
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It’s difficult loving someone with an addiction, especially once you’ve accepted that you have no control over their behaviors. You may wonder, ‘Will my addicted loved one ever change?’ You can bargain with them to stop using drugs or alcohol, even coerce them into treatment. Until they’re motivated to get better, they’ll likely continue destructive
Anxiety and insomnia are common problems for people in treatment for substance use disorders. In many cases, these issues were present prior to substance abuse, were masked during the addiction, and have now resurfaced in sobriety. Knowing how managing anxiety and insomnia in addiction recovery will happen can put clients at ease. At The Ranch
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Stages of AlcoholismThe stages of alcoholism can develop rapidly and the physical, social, and emotional consequences can lead to serious problems. Regardless of how quickly or slowly you go through the stages of alcoholism, recovery is possible with proper alcohol addiction treatment.Alcohol is a quintessential part of holiday celebrations, nightlife, and sporting events. Although alcohol
Overcoming addiction is one of the hardest things you’ll have to do in your life. The initial detox is the most challenging part. But your success depends on your commitment to making a positive change in your life. Addiction experts know that detox is a particularly sensitive time. So detox facilities aim to provide everything
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Psychodrama has been around for nearly 100 years and can be an effective tool for helping people struggling with a number of challenges, including addictions and trauma. Psychodrama therapy techniques can help people give voice and action to areas of their lives that have kept them stuck. Those areas are what may be hindering their
