Healthy Habits in RecoveryMental Health Treatment, RecoveryBy The Ranch PAMay 13, 2020People often neglect their physical health when they are fighting an active addiction. Instead of going for a run or using another healthy medium to clear their mind, they would rather use drugs. For most people, their drug of choice satisfies them both physically and mentally. They rely on this drug for many reasons, whether… Details
Depression and Addiction: Get the FactsAddiction, Mental Health TreatmentBy The Ranch PAMay 12, 2020Everyone gets the blues now and then. When those feelings of melancholy and despair linger for weeks, not days, it can be a sign of something more serious. Depression affects 1 in 10 Americans. However, the depression rate among those struggling with addiction is even higher. Furthermore, 21 percent of those suffering from depression report… Details
Dangers of Binge DrinkingAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol AddictionBy The Ranch PAMay 10, 2020Having a drink here or there doesn’t seem like a big deal. Yet, for many people, it’s not just one. Understanding the dangers of binge drinking is very important, especially if you are the type of person to spend the weekend drinking. At Recovery Ranch PA, we offer the insight and support you need to… Details
Is Inpatient Or Outpatient Rehab Right for You?Detox, RecoveryBy The Ranch PAMay 10, 2020If you are addicted to drugs or alcohol, the right rehabilitation program can get you back on the path to recovery. Choosing the right program can be challenging, however. There are a lot of different programs, including both inpatient or outpatient rehab. Every program, whether it is inpatient or outpatient, offers a distinct treatment philosophy.… Details
Stress Management and Addiction RecoveryRecovery, SobrietyBy The Ranch PAMay 10, 2020Now that you are sober, you may worry about different scenarios causing you to relapse. For example, your high-pressure job may end in a return to substance abuse. You may be tired of the same old stress relievers, and desire to live the more balanced, satisfying lifestyle you were promised when sobriety became your priority.… Details
How to Show Support for a Recovering Loved OneAddiction, 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 AddictsAddiction, 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 AbuseAddiction Treatment, Alcohol AddictionBy The Ranch PAMay 7, 2020Do 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 StigmasAddiction, 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 AddictAddiction, 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
