Mental Disorders from Drug Use Addiction, Blog, Drug Abuse, Mental Health Treatment, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 30, 2020Can you get mental disorders from drug use? In some situations, the answer is yes. Drug and alcohol use can worsen preexisting mental health disorders. In addition to this, drugs and alcohol can cause the onset of these disorders. Some people use drugs to hide their underlying mental health concerns because they do not know…
Who Needs Drug Detox Programs? Addiction, Blog, Drug Abuse, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 29, 2020Drug detox is a term used heavily today, but many people don’t recognize what it is or how powerful it can be for men and women dealing with drug or alcohol addiction. Who needs drug detox programs, and why are they so important? At The Ranch PA, we offer this type of treatment, and we…
What Is THC? Addiction, Blog, Drug Abuse, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 27, 2020With the numerous changes in laws regarding marijuana, it can be hard to know what you are using and whether it is safe to do so. What is THC? Is it safe to use CBD? It can be confusing. If you believe you have an addiction to marijuana or other types of drugs, it is…
Addiction Treatment for First Responders Addiction, Blog, Recovery, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 25, 2020Police, firefighters, along with the men and women that work as paramedics, face some of the most challenging jobs today. They are at a higher risk for developing alcohol and drug abuse simply because of the emotional and physical trauma they suffer. Addiction treatment for first responders is available, customized, and possible. You can restore…
Can Mindfulness Meditation Work for Addiction? Addiction, Blog, Mental Health Treatment, Recovery, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 24, 2020If you are struggling with addiction to drugs or alcohol, contact our team to learn more about treatment options. For some people, complimentary services to drug and alcohol treatment may be effective. Can mindfulness meditation work for addiction? This is a question that some people ask because they are looking for the most effective way to deal…
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…
Do I Need Dual Diagnosis Treatment? Addiction, Blog, Mental Health Treatment, Recovery, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 22, 2020Do you struggle day-to-day with mental health and addiction? You may be asking questions such as, “Do I need dual diagnosis treatment?” and “How can I stop using drugs if I can’t handle my anxiety or depression?” These are very real concerns for many people. For some, drugs and alcohol help to manage mental health…
Preparing for Rehab: What to Do Before Heading in for Care Addiction, Blog, Recovery, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 21, 2020If you’re ready to change your life and enter into drug and alcohol treatment, you may be wondering how to make that possible. Life gets in the way. You have responsibilities to manage. You also need to consider what rehab may do to your future. Preparing for rehab can seem overwhelming in itself, but with…
Do I Need THC Addiction Treatment? Addiction, Blog, Drug Abuse, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 20, 2020It’s a question many people need to ask. “Do I need THC addiction treatment?” THC is the psychoactive component that is found in cannabis and marijuana. Though many people expect this drug to be safe to use and, in some cases, it is legally available for recreational use, there are risks to using it. At…
How to Stop Drug Abuse: What You Can Do as a Caregiver Addiction, Blog, Drug Abuse, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 17, 2020You’re overwhelmed, worried, and at the end of your rope. You have a family member who is using drugs or alcohol, and it’s impacting their health and future. How to stop drug abuse like this is not always easy to see, though. That’s because this is a very complex disease, one that creates damage to many facets…
