The Relationship Between Drug Use and HIV Help BlogBy The Ranch PAJune 12, 2014Most people understand the risks associated with addiction to mental health. Although drug abuse also damages physical health, one overlooked consequence of addiction is sexually transmitted disease. People who abuse drugs and alcohol are far more likely to suffer from STDs such as HIV and more — and not only those who share needles during… Details
Pica: Addicted to Eating Things that Aren’t Food [Infographic] InfographicsBy The Ranch PAJune 10, 2014Take a look at the infographic below to learn more about pica. Have you ever noticed that the majority of toddlers tend to use their mouths to explore the world? They inevitably wrap their lips around crayons, their stuffed animals and toys, and even the occasional rock! While this oral exploration of one’s environment is… Details
Adderall Facts & Myths BlogBy The Ranch PAJune 5, 2014How much do you know about Adderall? While the number of people abusing prescription stimulants is skyrocketing, few understand their effects and risks. Adderall myths are often confused with facts, furthering the epidemic. Below we will distinguish the facts about Adderall from the common misunderstandings. Common Myths about Adderall 1. Adderall is just another performance… Details
The Need for Narcan Help BlogBy The Ranch PAMay 29, 2014Did you know there is a drug that can prevent heroin overdose? Narcan, the heroin antidote, is not for sale to the public, but it does save lives. There are many ways Naloxone hydrochloride can save people from overdose, and many reasons it should be made available for people at risk. The Rise of Heroin… Details
Recognizing Signs of Addiction in Yourself BlogBy The Ranch PAMay 27, 2014One of the hallmarks of addiction is denial. Even when a drinking or drug problem is obvious to everyone else, the struggling individual is usually the last to know. If you think you need to be homeless or broke to develop a life-threatening addiction to drugs or alcohol, think again. There are various behaviors and… Details
The Dangers of Synthetic Drugs Help BlogBy The Ranch PAMay 22, 2014Synthetic drugs are often terrifying proof that using a legal substance has the potential to end in fatal overdose. Although many states ban the chemicals used in the creation of synthetic drugs such as fake LSD or K2, also called “spice” or synthetic marijuana, others have not. Illicit manufacturers make new compounds so quickly that… Details
Using Mobile Apps to Stay Sober BlogBy The Ranch PAMay 15, 2014Health-related apps do everything from helping people lose weight to training for a marathon. Did you know there are mobile apps that can help you stay sober, too? One new app under development, called A-CHESS, keeps users on the path to sobriety with regular texts, phone calls, and alerts. Today’s best technology may one day… Details
Drug Free? Think Again – America’s Favorite Drugs by State [Infographic] InfographicsBy The Ranch PAMay 15, 2014There are a lot of ways to examine and quantify America’s illicit drug use. Geography is one such method, but even then there are a number of ways to look at the same data. Each of the nation’s 50 states have a “drug of choice” – that is, the narcotic most frequently cited by law… Details
Who is the Neighborhood Drug Dealer? You. Help BlogBy The Ranch PAMay 8, 2014If you imagine your loved one standing on a lonely street corner waiting for a drug dealer, your perception may be dangerously wrong. A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report discovered that most people who abuse painkillers get the drugs for free from the people they trust most: friends and family. > Sharing… Details
Do You Have an Alcohol or Drug Problem? BlogBy The Ranch PAApril 24, 2014Dependence and addiction are serious health problems that often develop quietly over the course of several months or years. Occasional substance abuse can often grow in frequency and intensity until it becomes a weekly, and sometimes daily, habit. If you suspect your drinking or drug habit has become a problem you can’t control, explore these signs… Details
