Guilt in sobriety threatens to derail recovery when mishandled. Often, it’s shame, guilt’s evil twin, which takes recovering folks down. And guilt can morph into shame if you aren’t careful. According to Brené Brown, a renowned shame and vulnerability researcher, the difference between guilt and shame is simple in theory. “Shame is a focus on…
Anxiety and insomnia are common problems for people in treatment for substance use disorders. In many cases, these issues were present prior to substance abuse, were masked during the addiction, and have now resurfaced in sobriety. Knowing how managing anxiety and insomnia in addiction recovery will happen can put clients at ease. At The Ranch…
Overcoming addiction is one of the hardest things you’ll have to do in your life. The initial detox is the most challenging part. But your success depends on your commitment to making a positive change in your life. Addiction experts know that detox is a particularly sensitive time. So detox facilities aim to provide everything…
It’s common for inpatient drug rehab centers to prohibit clients from using smartphones and laptops during their stay. At first glance, this seems to make sense. Shouldn’t people be detached from stressors and potential triggers and focus only on treatment? What if their dealer texts them or they get an upsetting email from work? In…
Psychodrama has been around for nearly 100 years and can be an effective tool for helping people struggling with a number of challenges, including addictions and trauma. Psychodrama therapy techniques can help people give voice and action to areas of their lives that have kept them stuck. Those areas are what may be hindering their…
Have a Sober Thanksgiving and Stay Sober During the Holidays The holidays offer a lot of temptation to consume drugs or alcohol. If you want to have a sober Thanksgiving, it might be time to start a family therapy program in Hanover, PA. The Ranch PA can help you or your loved ones stay sober…
If you’re wondering how to help a family member with bipolar disorder, then it’s essential to know where to start. In fact, one of the best things you can do is get educated on the truths and myths of bipolar disorder. For example, it is a treatable mental health disorder, and it doesn’t mean that…
Dogs are truly our best friends. Having a therapy dog or another animal while in rehab can really help people in recovery learn to live and love again. The Ranch PA has a therapy dog who loves to interact with residents, and this interaction helps them feel more at home and at ease as soon…
It seems as though almost every day a familiar face flashes across the screen with an announcement that so-and-so has passed away. When that famous person has a history of drug or alcohol abuse, many commentators immediately mention it, as if the person’s death is always attributable to drugs or alcohol. With social media making…
If you have ever been addicted to alcohol or drugs, you know how scary it can be to return to the “real” world after rehab ends. Aftercare bridges the gap between the sanctuary of rehab and the chaos of normal life and is the difference-maker in many recovery stories. Here is why you need to…