Understanding Pennsylvania’s Heroin Epidemic BlogBy The Ranch PADecember 24, 2015Did you know that about 3,000 Pennsylvanians have died over the past five years because of opioid abuse, or that an astonishing 80 percent of people using heroin first became addicted to a prescription painkiller? With heroin in Pennsylvania costing less than beer, heroin abuse is an epidemic that crosses every social boundary. Here is… Details
Why Aftercare Matters Help BlogBy The Ranch PADecember 17, 2015If 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… Details
Does Holistic Rehab Really Work? BlogBy The Ranch PADecember 10, 2015“Holistic” means “of or pertaining to the whole.” Holistic rehabs such as The Ranch PA treat all aspects of an individual’s addiction, whether they be psychological, physical, emotional, spiritual, or behavioral. What can you expect from this kind of care, and will it keep you sober for good? Holistic Rehab at The Ranch PA At… Details
Relapsed? Here’s What to Do — and What Not to Do Help BlogBy The Ranch PADecember 3, 2015Did you know that most people who were once addicted to drugs or alcohol relapse after getting sober? Cravings, emotions, and stress lead many individuals to make impulsive decisions they later regret. If you started drinking or using drugs again, here is how you can get back on the road to sobriety. Don’t Panic Before… Details
How Substance Abuse Affects Families BlogBy The Ranch PADecember 2, 2015Going through weeks, months or years of drug or alcohol abuse takes a huge toll on the person suffering from a substance abuse disorder.
The Cost of Your Drinking Blog, InfographicsBy The Ranch PANovember 30, 2015Alcohol is a regular ingredient in most people’s social lives. Whether you meet a friend or a date for drinks after work, pass a bottle of wine around the table at a dinner party or stock a cooler with beer for your barbecue, consuming alcohol seems like an innocent, habitual pleasure. However, when you add… Details
How to Find the Right AA Sponsor Help BlogBy The Ranch PANovember 26, 2015If you’re like many people who are addicted to alcohol or drugs, then you know how frustrating it is to hear people who haven’t been addicted talk about quitting and staying sober. After all, how could anyone possibly understand what it’s like if they haven’t been through it themselves? That’s why getting a sponsor is… Details
Is Secondhand Alcohol Dangerous? BlogBy The Ranch PANovember 19, 2015Chances are you know all about secondhand smoke. You may not have heard about the dangers of secondhand alcohol, however, yet you may already be a victim. Learn more about secondhand alcohol, and find out why your loved one’s drinking problem may be costing you more than you think. Problems Associated with Secondhand Alcohol Unlike… Details
The Evolution of Cigarettes in One Big Puff [Infographic] Blog, InfographicsBy The Ranch PANovember 17, 2015https://www.recoveryranchpa.com/Over the past century, significant social and political events have contributed to the evolution of cigarette usage rates in the U.S. The percentage of U.S. adults who smoked gradually decreased over the years. In the 1940s and 50s, the rate was at 43% and 44%, respectively. By 2010, that rate went down to 18%. Today, the… Details
How to Reconnect with Family After Rehab Help BlogBy The Ranch PANovember 12, 2015One of the biggest challenges for a recovering addict is reconnecting with family members after addiction. Having a support network is critical to recovery, yet recovering individuals are likely to feel badly about things that happened during addiction. Those past occurrences can make the weeks and months after rehab that much more difficult and emotional… Details
