What Is an Addiction Specialist? Addiction, Blog, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAApril 1, 2020It’s time to get help for drug or alcohol addiction. You are facing the most troubling time of your life, and you want to change. Yet, you may be finding that it is hard to know where to turn for help. Everyone has a different opinion, and there are so many drug and alcohol treatment… Details
Urgent! Learn How to Stop A Panic Attack Addiction Recovery, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAMarch 28, 2020Leave a commentHow To Prevent A Panic Attack Panic disorder is a common mental health condition related to anxiety marked by frequent panic attacks. People with panic disorder experience unpredictable but repetitive episodes of intense fear. Panic attacks can be paralyzing, and last for 20 to 30 minutes. During a panic attack, they may be unable to… Details
How The Ranch Pennsylvania is Addressing COVID-19 UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAMarch 27, 2020Leave a commentWe love the community and spirit of recovery. We understand the importance of connection and support during this time. Though this may be a time of uncertainty, it is our promise to stay committed to being a resource for our partners and their communities. Given the recent outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19), Promises Behavioral Health and… Details
Opioid Epidemic 2019 Statistics Addiction, Blog, Drug Abuse, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAMarch 25, 2020From 1999-2019, opioid epidemic 2019 statistics reveal that nearly 400,000 people died from an opioid overdose. From 1990 to 1999, deaths involving opioid-based prescription medication skyrocketed. In 2010, the heroin epidemic re-ignited, and from 2013 to 2019, synthetic opioids were to blame for countless deaths. Furthermore, fentanyl has accounted for nearly 20,000 deaths since 2016.… Details
The Benefits of Group Therapy in Recovery Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAMarch 24, 2020Leave a commentWhat are the benefits of group therapy? Pioneered by 12-step programs such as AA and NA, group therapy uses individual experiences to advance the collective. Nearly all recovery centers offer some form of group therapy, using the power of peers to conquer addiction. Read below to learn more about the benefits of group therapy. The… Details
The CBT vs DBT Question Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Dual Diagnosis TreatmentBy The Ranch PAMarch 20, 2020Leave a commentDBT vs. CBT In addiction psychotherapy, two modalities are used more than any others: cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). But when it comes to DBT vs. CBT, which model is better for which patients? Recovery centers, therapists, and 12-step groups all have a great deal of experience deciding between DBT vs. CBT,… Details
Meth Effects on Teeth Addiction, Blog, Drug Abuse, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAMarch 19, 2020You’ve probably heard the term, ‘meth mouth.’ People use the phrase to refer to the meth effects on teeth. Meth is devastating to the health of teeth, according to the Journal of the American Dental Association. It can lead to a wide range of dental issues such as severe tooth decay, gum disease, and the… Details
Motivational Interviewing and Addiction Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Blog, Drug Abuse, UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAMarch 17, 2020The goal of motivational interviewing is to encourage you to get clean and stay clean. Through motivational interviewing, a treatment specialist can help you discover reasons why you should change and then take the first step toward recovery. Motivational interviewing and addiction key components in an addiction treatment program. A licensed therapist can help you… Details
The Telltale Signs of Codependency Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Mental HealthBy The Ranch PAMarch 16, 2020Leave a commentSociety is not well-versed in recognizing the signs of codependency. The cultural romanticization of toxic celebrity relationships and a lack of awareness about addiction have obscured the signs of codependency. If you find yourself or a loved one prioritizing a substance abuser over themselves, then they may be codependent. Codependency, in cases of addiction, also… Details
How Does AA Help? UncategorizedBy The Ranch PAMarch 13, 2020How does AA help? Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has been vital in helping people achieve sustainable recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. A 12-step group gives you a much-needed connection with others who are also on the path to sobriety. Treatment centers offer AA groups in Pennsylvania as a part of their addiction treatment plans. AA… Details
