Social Media Teens and Substance AbuseAddiction, Alcohol Abuse, Blog, Drug Abuse, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAMarch 3, 2020There is nothing new about teenagers experimenting with drugs or alcohol. But the emergence of social media has fueled teen interest in various substances. Teenagers spend an excessive amount of time on social media. Thus, they are exposed to far more drugs than ever before. Also, they make the connection between the drugs and certain mainstream…
Fighting Relapse TriggersAddiction, Blog, Recovery, Sobriety, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAMarch 1, 2020Triggers are internal or emotional reactions to external situations or environments. Triggers can occur at any time without warning. For this reason, they often catch people off guard. This can be devastating for someone who is fighting relapse triggers but falls prey to common temptations that they may not be aware of. One of the…
What Is Psychotherapy?Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAFebruary 29, 2020What 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?…
Drug and Alcohol Rehab: Designing the Right Plan for YouAddiction, Alcohol Abuse, Blog, Drug Abuse, RecoveryBy The Ranch PAFebruary 29, 2020For 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…
Journaling for RecoveryAddiction, Blog, Recovery, SobrietyBy The Ranch PAFebruary 28, 2020One 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 information, Addiction Recovery, Addiction TreatmentBy The Ranch PAFebruary 26, 2020Stages of Addiction Recovery Addiction 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.…
How to Support, Not Enable Your Addicted Loved OneAddiction, Blog, RecoveryBy The Ranch PAFebruary 26, 2020It 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,…
Will My Addicted Loved One Ever Change? Addiction, Blog, RecoveryBy The Ranch PAFebruary 25, 2020It’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…
Managing Anxiety and Insomnia in Addiction RecoveryAddiction, Blog, Help Blog, RecoveryBy The Ranch PAFebruary 24, 2020Anxiety 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…
Stages of AlcoholismAddiction information, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol AddictionBy The Ranch PAFebruary 23, 2020Stages of Alcoholism The 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.…
