Problems are easily hidden during quarantine. Being home during quarantine with an alcoholic spouse is not easy. You may not have noticed your spouse was an alcoholic, or you avoided the truth. Now, you cannot avoid your spouse’s alcoholism. You have no distractions, and this unique situation continues to bring you in direct contact with…
The term alcoholic is one many people don’t take seriously. Yet, if you’re watching your loved one drink night after night, you’re likely worried that’s what’s really happening. “Is my loved one an alcoholic?” It’s not an easy question to ask because often, it can occur even if you didn’t see it coming. At Recovery…
Having 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…
Are you facing alcohol addiction? The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism reports that 9.2 million men and 5.3 million women suffered from alcohol use disorder in 2018 in the United States. When you consider just how many people are facing similar challenges like you are, you can see that now is the time…
A loved one approaches you and tells you it’s time to get help. Your first reaction is, “why do I need alcohol abuse counseling?” Alcohol addiction, or alcohol use disorder, is not uncommon. Yet, many people who need it have no idea that they can benefit from it. If you are like many others, you…
How 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…
Signs of a functioning alcoholic are not always easy to identify. One reason for this is that some people are good at hiding their addiction. Another reason may stem from our preconceived stereotypes of how an alcoholic looks/acts. Still, another reason is that most people do not know what to look for. The classic personification…
There is nothing new about teenagers experimenting with drugs or alcohol. But the emergence of social media has fueled teen interest in various substances. Teenagers spend an excessive amount of time on social media. Thus, they are exposed to far more drugs than ever before. Also, they make the connection between the drugs and certain mainstream…
For many people, admitting they have an addiction is a significant first step on the path to recovery. It’s important to do research, just like you would with any other major investment. But surprisingly, many people don’t. A good starting point is a treatment directory, a source of information for people seeking addiction and/or mental…
If you’re looking for the best alcohol rehab center for your own or your loved one’s needs, it’s essential to look at the variety of treatments now available. Most centers offer basic counseling, 12-step programs, detoxification, and similar services. But getting clean often means getting more than just the basics. Many treatment centers consider animal-assisted…