They can start anywhere and they can be about almost anything, but one thing is certain, myths about drugs are no joke. The myths about drugs have covered everything from how to use them to how to beat a drug test. Although many myths might seem like obvious lies, that doesn’t mean all myths about…
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Nobody just wakes up one morning as an addict. There are stages that they have gone through even though they didn’t realize it at the time. The stages of addiction start with that first episode of taking a drug or drinking a glass of alcohol. There are then three more stages you go through before…
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When it comes to finding the right help and treatment, there are options to consider. Many facilities exist to help you. Some of those treatment locations will be better than others, depending on your needs. When you come to Recovery Ranch, PA, our caring and dedicated staff can offer you the kind of support and…
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“Where can I find rehab centers near me for immediate help?” This phrase is one of the most common statements people are making today. In 2017, 70,237 people died from a drug overdose in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That number of people is staggering. Some of those lives…
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Benzo withdrawal at a benzo addiction rehab in Hanover, PA, or another city allows you to taper off the drug while receiving proper medical care. It is also a safer and more effective way to end drug abuse instead of quitting “cold turkey” and risking a relapse or an overdose. But even with professional help,…
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Many of our clients find themselves frightened at the idea of going back to the real world after an inpatient treatment stay. How can they avoid the temptations that lured them into their addiction? Recovery Ranch PA offers an outpatient rehab center for clients looking for support as they continue in their journey to sobriety.…
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Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a powerful tool therapists use because it helps alleviate symptoms that often develop due to mental illness. It can treat depression, anxiety, grief, and more. It’s one of the least invasive forms of therapy because it revolves around conversation. Cognitive-behavioral therapy encourages clients to explore, identify, and re-direct negative patterns of…
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How Depression and Anxiety Impact Addiction There isn’t always a clear answer as to what started first, your depression and anxiety, or your addiction. For some people, the need to dull feelings or find a way to escape from depression leads to an abuse of substances. For others, addiction begins after being prescribed pain medication…
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Mental illness can lead to addiction as a way to try to cope with the symptoms of anxiety or depression. Co-occurring disorders are common, and this is why treatment for dual diagnosis has developed. When you receive treatment for dual diagnosis from The Ranch PA, you are able to get addiction treatment and support for…
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If you or someone you love uses methamphetamine even occasionally, it’s important to understand the long-term effects of meth. It’s easy to close your mind to these effects because you don’t want to think about the future consequences of something that gives you intense pleasure right now. Let’s start by understanding why meth delivers that…
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