Safety At Rehab During The COVID-19 PandemicAddiction TreatmentBy The Ranch PAApril 6, 2020Safety At Rehab During The COVID-19 Pandemic Coronavirus, known scientifically as COVID-19, is the largest pandemic the world has faced in a century. Worldwide and in the United States, all sectors of the population are concerned about not catching and spreading the virus. As a result, governments at the state and local level have created…
What Is Partial Hospitalization for Addiction Treatment?Addiction, Blog, Recovery, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 6, 2020If you or your loved one is facing drug and alcohol use, you may be unsure what steps to take to get help. What type of help is best? Generally speaking, the first step is to call our team to learn more about the services we offer at The Ranch PA. We will provide you…
Will I Need Extended Rehab Care?Addiction, Blog, Recovery, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 3, 2020You may have questions like, “Will I need extended rehab care?” and “How long will I be in rehab?” These are very common questions because most people worry they will not be able to step away from their lives to manage their health. The key to remember here is that there is no set-in-stone timeframe…
PTSD Treatment for First RespondersBlog, Mental Health Treatment, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 2, 2020As a first responder, you see some of the most intense scenarios play out in front of you every day. You see suffering, pain, and trauma constantly. Even if you recognize just how important, valuable, and necessary the work you do is, that doesn’t mean its easy. It impacts your mental health and can lead…
What Is an Addiction Specialist?Addiction, Blog, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 1, 2020It’s time to get help for drug or alcohol addiction. You are facing the most troubling time of your life, and you want to change. Yet, you may be finding that it is hard to know where to turn for help. Everyone has a different opinion, and there are so many drug and alcohol treatment…
Urgent! Learn How to Stop A Panic AttackAddiction Recovery, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAMarch 28, 2020How To Prevent A Panic Attack Panic disorder is a common mental health condition related to anxiety marked by frequent panic attacks. People with panic disorder experience unpredictable but repetitive episodes of intense fear. Panic attacks can be paralyzing, and last for 20 to 30 minutes. During a panic attack, they may be unable to…
How The Ranch Pennsylvania is Addressing COVID-19UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAMarch 27, 2020We love the community and spirit of recovery. We understand the importance of connection and support during this time. Though this may be a time of uncertainty, it is our promise to stay committed to being a resource for our partners and their communities. Given the recent outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19), Promises Behavioral Health and…
Opioid Epidemic 2019 StatisticsAddiction, Blog, Drug Abuse, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAMarch 25, 2020From 1999-2019, opioid epidemic 2019 statistics reveal that nearly 400,000 people died from an opioid overdose. From 1990 to 1999, deaths involving opioid-based prescription medication skyrocketed. In 2010, the heroin epidemic re-ignited, and from 2013 to 2019, synthetic opioids were to blame for countless deaths. Furthermore, fentanyl has accounted for nearly 20,000 deaths since 2016.…
The Benefits of Group Therapy in RecoveryAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAMarch 24, 2020What are the benefits of group therapy? Pioneered by 12-step programs such as AA and NA, group therapy uses individual experiences to advance the collective. Nearly all recovery centers offer some form of group therapy, using the power of peers to conquer addiction. Read below to learn more about the benefits of group therapy. The…
The CBT vs DBT QuestionAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Dual Diagnosis TreatmentBy The Ranch PAMarch 20, 2020DBT vs. CBT In addiction psychotherapy, two modalities are used more than any others: cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). But when it comes to DBT vs. CBT, which model is better for which patients? Recovery centers, therapists, and 12-step groups all have a great deal of experience deciding between DBT vs. CBT,…
