My Mom and Dad Drink Too Much Alcohol Abuse, AlcoholismBy The Ranch PAMay 27, 2020When one or both parents drink too much, their behavior negatively affects everyone in the family. Not only does drinking too much alcohol cause severe health problems, but it can also create financial, legal, professional, and relationship problems, too. In addition, it burdens children with tremendous worry. If you have parents who drink too much,…
Drug and Alcohol Addiction: Not Your Average Disease Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Alcoholism, Mental Health TreatmentBy The Ranch PAMay 22, 2020We leap for joy when we hear of someone’s remission from cancer. However, we keep a quiet and judgmental countenance when it comes to alcohol remission. Why is there such discrimination against those struggling with alcohol and not against those coping with heart disease? Do we fail to understand that alcoholism is indeed a disease?…
3 Reasons Why At-Home Detox is Not Recommended Alcohol Abuse, Alcoholism, DetoxBy The Ranch PAMay 16, 2020If you are like many people who struggle with substance abuse, you may feel confident that beating a dependence on alcohol or drugs is something you can do alone. Unfortunately, many people who become addicted suffer from overconfidence and denial. If it is their first time trying to quit, they may not understand how challenging…
Living a Satisfying Life in Recovery Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, RecoveryBy The Ranch PAMay 14, 2020Most individuals who struggle with addiction acknowledge that living a satisfying lifestyle outside of inpatient care requires constant attention. Living a satisfying life in recovery also requires avoiding temptation. It is a difficult challenge, especially when alcohol and drugs can be nearly everywhere. You can learn to enjoy your abstinent lifestyle, however, by taking a…
How to Tell Someone You’re an Addict Addiction, Alcohol AbuseBy The Ranch PAMay 5, 2020There are many social obligations that involve alcohol. For example, maybe you are going on a first date. Or, maybe you have to go to a holiday party for work. Maybe you must attend a high school reunion, or you are simply out to dinner with new friends. It can be difficult to say no…
The Effects of Excessive Drinking in College Alcohol Abuse, AlcoholismBy The Ranch PAMay 4, 2020Alcohol and college students seem to go together like a horse and carriage. Unfortunately, drinking too much alcohol in college can lead to a lifetime of addictive and dangerous behaviors. It can also cause you to form habits that are difficult to break. Alcohol and drugs negatively affect the brain and affect how we process…
Detoxing From Alcohol — What to Expect and How to Make It Easier Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, RecoveryBy The Ranch PAMay 1, 2020If you are trying to quit drinking, congratulations! Although some who struggle with drinking are able to quit alone, others find it difficult. It also can be dangerous to quit on your own, depending on how much and how often you drink. By getting professional help, you can experience an easier recovery with better-managed detox…
Alcohol Addiction Recovery: What’s the Future Hold for You? Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Alcoholism, Blog, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 23, 2020Are you facing alcohol addiction? The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism reports that 9.2 million men and 5.3 million women suffered from alcohol use disorder in 2018 in the United States. When you consider just how many people are facing similar challenges like you are, you can see that now is the time…
What is Holistic Drug and Alcohol Rehab? Alcohol Abuse, Drug Abuse, RecoveryBy The Ranch PAApril 17, 2020As you recover from addiction, you must focus on emotional and physical health. True sobriety requires a balance of all of the things that make us human. The holistic approach to rehab focuses on the client as a whole. It involves clients forming bonds with their caregivers while talking about their needs. Holistic sessions provide…
What Causes Addiction? Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Drug Abuse, Mental Health TreatmentBy The Ranch PAApril 17, 2020One of the biggest mysteries in addiction science is why some people get addicted to drugs or alcohol and why others do not. The factors that contribute to addiction are extremely complex. We cannot yet point to a specific gene or underlying health problem as the cause of addiction. However, there are certain commonalities among…
