How to Show Support for a Recovering Loved One Addiction, Recovery, SobrietyBy The Ranch PAMay 9, 2020Watching a loved one suffer through the effects of addiction is a terrifying experience. When rehab ends, however, you should not stop providing your loved one with support. In fact, cravings to use drugs again typically peak at about 6 months into sobriety, which is well after most individuals have left residential care. It is… Details
Triggers and Recovering Addicts Addiction, Detox, RelapseBy The Ranch PAMay 8, 2020When you pull the trigger on a gun, it releases a bullet at a rapid speed that races until it runs into something that stops it. A trigger is, then, an appropriate word that describes when someone who has struggled with alcohol and drug addiction finds themself in a situation where they are tempted to… Details
Risks of Alcohol Abuse Addiction Treatment, Alcohol AddictionBy The Ranch PAMay 7, 2020Leave a commentDo you know the risks of alcohol abuse? It’s estimated that drinking too much alcohol or drinking alcohol on a consistent basis can lead to dangerous health risks. This includes alcohol poisoning. Each year, 88,000 people die as a result of excessive alcohol use, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. At… Details
What is an Addict Like? Addressing Addiction Stigmas Addiction, Alcoholism, Drug AbuseBy The Ranch PAMay 6, 2020You have undoubtedly heard the different things people say about addicts. It is possible that before you or a family member developed an addiction, you may have thought them yourself: “People with addictions are lazy.” “People with addictions are weak.” “People with addictions are hopeless.” Unsurprisingly, almost all the stereotypes you hear about addicts are… Details
How to Tell Someone You’re an Addict Addiction, Alcohol AbuseBy The Ranch PAMay 5, 2020There are many social obligations that involve alcohol. For example, maybe you are going on a first date. Or, maybe you have to go to a holiday party for work. Maybe you must attend a high school reunion, or you are simply out to dinner with new friends. It can be difficult to say no… Details
Learning About The Psychotherapy Definition In Addiction Counseling Addiction Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAMay 4, 2020Leave a commentIf you are worried that you or a loved one is dealing with an addiction, treatment is available to assist with recovery. Learning about the psychotherapy definition in addiction counseling is important so that clients and their loved ones are prepared for this type of form of treatment. Read on to learn what the psychotherapy definition… Details
The Effects of Excessive Drinking in College Alcohol Abuse, AlcoholismBy The Ranch PAMay 4, 2020Alcohol and college students seem to go together like a horse and carriage. Unfortunately, drinking too much alcohol in college can lead to a lifetime of addictive and dangerous behaviors. It can also cause you to form habits that are difficult to break. Alcohol and drugs negatively affect the brain and affect how we process… Details
Understanding Recovery and Avoiding Relapse Drug Abuse, RecoveryBy The Ranch PAMay 2, 2020Caring for an individual who is an addict in recovery is extremely difficult. You are probably eager to put the damage caused by substance abuse behind you. You must take the time to understand what recovery is really like for your loved one. This will allow you both to heal while also reducing the risk… Details
What Is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy And What Benefits Does It Serve? Addiction Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAMay 1, 2020Leave a commentRecovery from drug or alcohol abuse as well as treatment to address mental health issues often uses similar treatments. For example, if you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction or a mental disorder, you may have wondered what is cognitive-behavioral therapy and could it help these problems. Cognitive-behavioral therapy, also known as… Details
Is There a Cure for Addiction? Addiction, RecoveryBy The Ranch PAMay 1, 2020If you or a loved one have struggled with addiction, undoubtedly there have been times when you wished for a magical cure for the condition. You hoped for something that would make the pain go away, and understandably so. Addiction is not an easy thing to navigate. It is hard for the person struggling with… Details
