Addiction Treatment Centers: What you need to knowAddiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental Health TreatmentBy Chrissy PetroneFebruary 23, 2021Addiction treatment centers in the United States treat tens of thousands of patients every year. Resources can be found in all 50 states. But not all treatment centers are created equally. If you are considering treatment for yourself or someone you love, it is important to be informed about the attributes that make an addiction…
6 Must-Haves in Effective Treatment CentersAddiction information, Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Heroin Addiction Treatment Center, Mental Health TreatmentBy Chrissy PetroneFebruary 16, 2021What are the six important things to look for in effective treatment centers for substance use disorder? If you or a loved one struggles with a substance use problem, it’s difficult to think straight, let alone make a big decision like finding the right treatment program. What does it look like to face such a…
5 Key Components to Look for in Mental Health ProgramsAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental Health, mental health programs, Mental Health TreatmentBy Chrissy PetroneSeptember 15, 2020You or a loved one are faced with the decision to seek help for a mental health diagnosis, mental health disorder or uncertainty in knowing that something does not feel right. Accepting that you or a loved one needs help is a step in the right direction in changing your current trajectory. Finding the right…
The Real Dangers of Substance AbuseAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Detox, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Heroin Addiction Treatment CenterBy The Ranch PAJuly 11, 2020We knew well before the information age about the dangers of substance abuse. It isn’t a new concern but it is one that we have learned more about over the years. It is also a concern that has grown considerably more dangerous as more drugs now flood the market, the streets, and the country than…
Importance of Dual Diagnosis TreatmentAddiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAMay 28, 2020Do you use drugs or alcohol as a way to cope with your post-traumatic stress disorder or bipolar disorder? Or, perhaps, you started to feel depression and anxiety more readily after you started using drugs or alcohol. In these cases, you may have co-occurring disorders. If so, there’s a very real importance of dual diagnosis…
What Are Co-Occurring Disorders?Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAMay 25, 2020You are struggling with alcohol or drug use. It’s taking over your life. At the same time, you’re also battling depression and anxiety. You could have co-occurring disorders. What are co-occurring disorders, and why should you care? At Recovery Ranch PA, we offer treatment that’s designed to help you manage all aspects of your mental…
Triggers Of An Anxiety AttackAddiction Recovery, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAMay 22, 2020Anxiety attacks are incredibly challenging situations. They tend to happen without warning. They can range from intense experiences to instances where you’re terrified about what’s happening. Take a moment to breathe in deeply. Even if you feel like the world is out of control, you can control anxiety. Understanding your triggers of an anxiety attack…
Signs Of DepressionsAddiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAMay 16, 2020Everyone has times of sadness. It’s a natural emotion. For some people, it’s more than just a few bad moments. When anxiety or feeling of sadness persist over several weeks if not months, it’s likely you or a loved one is suffering from depression. Do you think you could be depressed? If so, take a…
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…
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…