Scopolamine is often referred to as “Devil’s Breath” due to its powerful side effects. While it is sometimes prescribed for motion sickness and other medical conditions, scopolamine can also be abused. Call 717.969.9126 to speak with someone from Recovery Ranch PA’s team of caring and compassionate professionals about scopolamine abuse and addiction and our drug […]
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You may have heard of the term before, but what is “dope sick,” exactly? “Dope sick” is the phrase used to describe the intense physical and psychological symptoms that a person experiences when they struggle with opioid addiction and then suddenly stop using the drug. Call [DIrect] to speak with someone from Recovery Ranch PA’s
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In recent years, party drugs have become increasingly popular among young adults. Party drugs are substances used to enhance social experiences or induce feelings of euphoria, often at dance parties, concerts, or nightclubs. One such drug is “liquid G,” also known as gamma-hydroxybutyric acid (GHB). Call 717.969.9126 to speak with someone from Recovery Ranch PA
There are numerous medications given by doctors to manage pain. Often, prescription opioids are given to individuals after surgery, which frequently includes dental procedures. But what is the difference between oxycodone vs. hydrocodone? Is one more potent than the other? Can they become addictive? Read below to learn the differences between oxycodone vs. hydrocodone and
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If you routinely use marijuana, or if you know someone who does, it is likely you have wondered “Is marijuana a gateway drug?” Marijuana has recently become widely accepted and legalized in many states. As such, it is more available than ever before, and with that availability comes an increased likelihood of abuse. Because of
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Marijuana and Education Education is more important for today’s students than ever before. With college degrees becoming ubiquitous, both high school and college students are under intense pressure to succeed. Marijuana and education are both present in many student’s lives, but the two don’t mix well. When it comes to marijuana and education, the student’s
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Coping with Opioid Withdrawal Opioid addiction rates have continued to increase over the past decade, as fatal overdoses have spiked and resulted in overdoses becoming the most common cause of death among Americans under the age of 50. Opioids can cause physical dependency, which can make coping with opioid withdrawal very difficult without treatment. Opioid
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Heroin is a dangerous drug with a high potential for abuse. Heroin abusers become addicted to the rush that the drug provides. However, over time, they develop a tolerance to the drug, making it harder to achieve this high. When heroin abusers are unable to get high, they experience painful withdrawal symptoms. If you or
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We are seeing more and more people in our cognitive therapy program who are here because of opioid addictions. This isn’t something that is exclusive to the clients here at The Ranch PA. This is the result of the opioid crisis in America. Little did we know when doctors first started prescribing opioid painkillers in
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