Anxiety is a prevalent mental health condition that affects many people around the country. An estimated 31.1% of adults in the United States have experienced anxiety at some point in their lives.1 Postpartum anxiety affects new mothers and causes them to experience excessive worry, fear, and nervousness about their baby and themselves. It can complicate […]
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Depression is widespread in the United States, with millions of people affected by this mental health condition. Between 2020 and 2023, nearly one in 10 Americans reported experiencing depression, according to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).1 There are several types of depression, from major depressive disorder (MDD) to seasonal
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Mental Health Awareness Month allows people to slow down and shine a light on something that touches all lives—emotional well-being. At The Ranch PA, we know that talking about mental health isn’t just important—it’s life-saving. Especially for those navigating addiction, this kind of awareness can spark real change. Whether you’re in recovery or just beginning
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Depression is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people each day. If you’ve experienced depression in the past and are feeling your symptoms return, you may be experiencing a depression relapse. This is when you experience a return of depressive symptoms within a certain period after completing a depression treatment program. If
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Addiction is a complex condition to treat that can cause long-lasting withdrawals, cravings, and other symptoms that can lead to a relapse. If you’re experiencing post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS), it’s vital to know there are several methods for managing the long-lasting withdrawal symptoms connected to substance use disorders (SUDs). A PAWS program uses a mix
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Anxiety is a very common condition that affects millions of people in the United States. Acute anxiety is a type of anxiety disorder that can cause a significant disruption to your day. It can cause excessive worry and fear, along with several physical symptoms that can make it feel like you’re dying. If you’re struggling
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Experiencing a traumatic event is more common than you think. The World Health Organization reports that 70% of the world population has experienced some type of trauma in their lifetime—not just post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). If you’re doing an online search for “how does trauma affect the brain,” you’re not alone. Many people wonder about
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Emotional intelligence means you’re empathetic, a good listener, and an expert communicator. These are essential skills you learn while growing up, but some people never have a chance to develop their emotional intelligence. To learn how to improve emotional intelligence, you should first find out what it is. The Ranch PA is a fully accredited
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Being familiar with the various dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques can help you understand how they work to treat addiction and other conditions. It’s very effective in helping people understand the condition affecting them and find new ways to cope with all the symptoms. DBT is essential for healing when you’re struggling with post-traumatic stress
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Recovering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from childhood trauma can feel daunting, but you’re not alone in this. Many people carry the weight of past trauma without realizing its long-term impact on their mental health and daily life. At Recovery Ranch PA, we understand how trauma can shape your experiences and the challenges that come
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