Issues with Alcohol Recovery: Is it in Your Genes?BlogBy The Ranch PADecember 13, 2011We’ve all heard the stories of a person who continually seeks treatment for alcoholism. Despite the fact they have the resources for alcohol rehab and positive family support, they do not succeed on the first, second or even third try. They are in and out of treatment, struggling many times with relapse as they fight…
Does Childhood IQ Predict Substance Abuse in Adults?Help BlogBy The Ranch PADecember 8, 2011New research on the topic of substance abuse comes out monthly in academic journals. One such topic which has new research regularly forthcoming is the effect of one’s childhood on their substance abuse as an adult. Substance abuse treatment facilities and academic sources continue to look for patterns of behavior to predict the need for…
Alcohol & Aggression: A Reason to Seek Drug and Alcohol CounselingBlogBy The Ranch PADecember 6, 2011For many years, it has been common knowledge that alcohol can cause aggressive behavior. Family members of problem drinkers and even the casual observer can usually relate to stories of violence occurring after a drinking binge. In the last 20 years, many scientific studies have emerged that back up anecdotal stories of the connection between…
Why Holistic Drug Treatment May Be the Best Option for your TeenHelp BlogBy The Ranch PADecember 2, 2011If your teenager is using drugs or alcohol, no matter how infrequently, it can be far more deep-rooted than you know. When a teen uses, they are making these choices because they are missing the esteem they need to value their life and their future. When you need to get your teenager help, you need…
Drug Rehab Facilities with Set Program Durations can Impede your RecoveryBlogBy The Ranch PANovember 30, 2011If you’re thinking about rehab, you’re taking the first step to getting your life back. You know you aren’t living your best life, and drug rehab facilities can help. However, it’s crucial to choose the right program for you. One of the first questions a recovering addict wants to know is how long they will…
The Benefits of Drug Rehab You May Not RealizeBlogBy The Ranch PANovember 22, 2011The main benefit to choosing effective drug rehab is obvious: breaking your addiction to a substance. However, what you may not realize when struggling with addiction just how far-reaching the problem is. Once you begin down your path to recovery, you’ll find your rehab affected you more profoundly than you’d ever imagine. The Support System…
Information is Power: Do You Know Where to Get Yours?Help BlogBy The Ranch PANovember 21, 2011When confronted with a problem, one of the first positive steps a person can take if they do not feel they are equipped with the right information is to seek help from someone who is. Matters regarding substance abuse are no different. There are a ton of great resources that exist online to help and…
What’s Really Going on in an Addictive BrainHelp BlogBy The Ranch PANovember 17, 2011When our loved ones battle addiction, it is incredibly painful for us. It can be even more difficult not understanding why they are making the choices they are. When we love them so much, how can they choose to hurt themselves and push us away? Understanding what goes on inside an addict’s brain can shed…
Financial Crisis Has Led to Increase in use of Marijuana and Prescription Pill AbuseBlogBy The Ranch PANovember 15, 2011While it appears Wall Street is using less cocaine, that’s not a good indication for the overall health of this segment’s workers. In fact, with the economic crisis, the use of marijuana and prescription pills has increased, as noted in a review of drug-test data. Cocaine was revealed in 7% of failed drug tests last…
Dual Diagnosis Plays an Important Role in Substance RecoveryBlogBy The Ranch PANovember 11, 2011In a recent study, it was found that those with severe schizophrenia have benefitted from talk therapy, in which the patient focuses on defusing self-defeating assumptions in order to better handle the symptoms associated with their mental illness. Although most people afflicted with addiction are not schizophrenic, there are cases where addiction has evolved from…
