Baby Boomers and Substance AbuseHelp BlogBy The Ranch PAJune 13, 2013When people think of drug abuse, they usually picture thrill-seeking young adults and teens. They certainly don’t picture grandparents. But as the baby boomers age, rates of substance abuse in the elderly are increasing at a frightening rate. Substance Abuse, Mental Illness, and an Aging Population According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration… Details
Relapse: It’s All in Your HeadBlogBy The Ranch PAJune 11, 2013A study from the National Institute of Health indicates hyperactive brain activity may be associated with higher rates of relapse after inpatient drug treatment. The study could make it possible to identify patients at high risk of relapse, so they could receive more intensive follow-up care after leaving rehab clinics. Hyperactivity and Relapse Rates The… Details
Is Rehab “Pointless?”BlogBy The Ranch PAJune 5, 2013In May of 2012 Lindsay Lohan voluntarily went into rehab. Prior to admission, she gave an interview to Piers Morgan in which she called court-ordered rehab “pointless” and “a joke.” In the same interview she explained she was entering rehab because she needed some time to just be with herself, free from the pressures of… Details
Relapse: The Revolving Door – InfographicInfographicsBy The Ranch PAJune 5, 2013One of the persistent challenges of fighting addiction is the risk of relapse — the full return to an addictive lifestyle after an attempt to quit. Addiction crosses all demographic borders, and it’s possible for anyone recovering from drug or alcohol addiction to relapse. It’s also possible to never relapse during your recovery. Remember, relapse… Details
Mental Illness and Substance AbuseHelp BlogBy The Ranch PAJune 4, 2013If your loved one has a substance abuse disorder, it’s likely he or she also suffers from another mental illness. The combination of substance abuse with a second mental illness is called dual diagnosis. Both conditions need treatment for effective addiction recovery. By the Numbers According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration… Details
Addiction is a Disability — Employers Should View it as OneBlogBy The Ranch PAMay 30, 2013The Americans with Disabilities Act considers alcoholism to be a disability and offers limited protection to alcoholics who face workplace discrimination. The ADA’s stance is sometimes at odds with the courts, which often rule alcoholism can only be considered a disability if the disease interferes with the performance of major life activities. The ADA’s Stance… Details
Executive Recovery Programs at The Ranch PABlogBy The Ranch PAMay 28, 2013The Ranch PA was created following my own experiences with addiction and inpatient treatment. Having been not only a business owner but also a husband and a father when I went into treatment, I particularly wanted to make sure we could accommodate the needs of executives, which include professional and personal elements. Understanding the Needs… Details
How Inpatient Drug Treatment Facilities Improve CommunitiesHelp BlogBy The Ranch PAMay 23, 2013It’s a story I’ve heard too many times. A community discovers plans to open a drug rehab facility in their neighborhood, and concerned citizens do everything in their power to prevent the center from opening. They express concern about a drop in property values. They worry about increased crime and drug use on the streets.… Details
Increased Access to Drug Treatment Coming SoonBlogBy The Ranch PAMay 21, 2013Approximately 60 years ago, addiction was classified as a disease. This was an enormous step forward, as the new definition meant substance abuse was a health issue, not a personal failing. Unfortunately, old beliefs die hard, and six decades later, society still tends to blame the victim. This reluctance to accept addiction as a disease… Details
Can 30-Day Rehab Programs Truly Work?Help BlogBy The Ranch PAMay 14, 2013At The Ranch PA, we offer both short- and long-term drug rehab. On occasion, family members express concern about short-term rehab. They worry their loved ones won’t receive adequate treatment during a short stay at the clinic. This is a valid concern, but sometimes shorter stays can be just as effective. Throwing out the Cookie… Details
