How to Stop DrinkingBlogBy The Ranch PAAugust 6, 2015Have you ever tried to cut back on drinking but found you couldn’t? Alcohol is one of the most addictive drugs in the world, and it negatively affects your physical, emotional, and psychological health. In the most serious cases of alcoholism, quitting alone can even be deadly. So what do you do if you are… Details
Bath Salts Addiction TreatmentBlogBy The Ranch PAAugust 5, 2015Bath salts are designer drugs made by illicit manufacturers. They are likely physically addictive, produce a variety of dangerous and alarming side effects, and are sometimes sold legally under names such as Vanilla Sky, Ivory Wave, Bliss, or Purple Wave. Similar in chemical composition to amphetamines, the ingredients in bath salts change constantly to reflect… Details
Calories and Cocktails – The True Weight of Your DrinkBlog, InfographicsBy The Ranch PAJuly 28, 2015We all know the dangers associated with drinking alcohol: the damage to your liver, brain, heart, and many other parts of your body are no surprise. Some drinks, however, can take an even bigger toll on your body. In addition to the obvious health hazards associated with drinking, some cocktails are high in calories, alcohol… Details
How to Talk to an AddictHelp BlogBy The Ranch PAJuly 23, 2015Communicating with the addict in your life always seems to end in an ugly argument. You are tired of listening to lies and excuses, and you’re weary of the blame game. You’ve established rules, yet the addict in your life constantly breaks them — and you feel powerless to change. Instead of giving up on… Details
Drug Abuse Mug Shots – Shocking Befores and AftersBlogBy The Ranch PAJuly 23, 2015It’s true: Drugs can make you ugly. Yes, “ugly” is a subjective term, but if you’ve ever seen a before-and-after picture of someone who’s done meth for many years, you’ll likely find some objectivity there. Don’t get us wrong — we’re not out to offend anyone. We simply understand the power of addiction, and we… Details
Ecstasy Addiction TreatmentBlogBy The Ranch PAJuly 17, 2015MDMA, more commonly known as ecstasy, X, or molly, is a synthetic, psychoactive drug chemically similar to methamphetamine. It produces an energizing effect, along with distortions in time, perception and enhanced enjoyment from tactile experiences. Used to promote euphoria, it is most commonly used by adolescents and young adults. It also creates feelings of closeness,… Details
Marijuana Addiction TreatmentBlogBy The Ranch PAJuly 17, 2015Marijuana, also known as “pot,” “weed,” or “cannabis,” is the most commonly abused drug in the United States. It is comprised of a dry, shredded green/brown mix of flowers, stems, seeds, and leaves of the plant Cannabis sativa. It is usually smoked as a cigarette (joint) or in a pipe (bong or bowl). It is… Details
How to Repair a Broken Relationship Caused by AddictionBlogBy The Ranch PAJuly 16, 2015You worked hard to recover from substance abuse. You went through withdrawal, suffered cravings, and felt awkward and angry. Let’s face it: addiction recovery is a process that takes a lifetime to achieve. You’re working hard and are glad to be sober — but life would be a lot easier if the people you worked… Details
My Child is an Addict in Recovery. Now What?Help BlogBy The Ranch PAJuly 9, 2015As the parent of an individual with a substance abuse problem, you already know that addiction can cause your child to lie, cheat or steal — whatever it takes to get the next high. Reestablishing trust after months or even years of bad behavior is tremendously challenging. After all, you want to believe the best,… Details
How to Deal With Recovery and ResentmentBlogBy The Ranch PAJuly 2, 2015You worked hard to quit using, but now that you’re sober, you’re finding yourself feeling angry and resentful. You blame others for the problems in your life, and you believe things would be different if only this person or event hadn’t happened. The problem with resentment is that it lets you avoid dealing with your… Details
