If you have been using or abusing drugs or alcohol for any length of time, you have been in the habit of distorting reality. Through addiction to mind-altering chemicals, you have found a way to avoid facing painful or uncomfortable feelings, and most of the time you have been completely numb on an emotional level.
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Dogs are truly our best friends. Having a therapy dog or another animal while in rehab can really help people in recovery learn to live and love again. The Ranch PA has a therapy dog who loves to interact with residents, and this interaction helps them feel more at home and at ease as soon
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Did you know that most people who were once addicted to drugs or alcohol relapse after getting sober? Cravings, emotions, and stress lead many individuals to make impulsive decisions they later regret. If you started drinking or using drugs again, here is how you can get back on the road to sobriety. Don’t Panic Before
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Choosing a rehab facility is a personal and important choice. It is individual. Which facility will meet your needs depends a lot on what you or your loved one expects and what you or they are hoping to get out of recovery. For example, if you or your loved one are spiritual, then a rehab
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You worked hard to quit using, but now that you’re sober, you’re finding yourself feeling angry and resentful. You blame others for the problems in your life, and you believe things would be different if only this person or event hadn’t happened. The problem with resentment is that it lets you avoid dealing with your
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You did it. You managed your addiction in rehab, and now you’re taking the first steps toward sober living back at home. You’re going to the gym, easing back into work, and feeling more like yourself every day. You’ve even met new friends who are clean and enjoy the same hobbies. But here’s the problem: Your
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The holiday season can be difficult for those struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. The list of triggers and temptations to use are almost endless. Seeing family members can top the list of seasonal stressors. When relationships are strained from drug or alcohol use, this stress is only magnified. Buying gifts can also be extremely
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Music is one of the very few things that has a universal quality; nearly everyone has an emotional and personal connection to it. This universal response makes it a great tool for a number of therapy programs, including addiction treatment programs. Check out the infographic below to learn more about the benefits of music
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If you are spending time researching different kinds of substance abuse therapy, then chances are you have come across the term “holistic.” At The Ranch PA, we believe holistic therapy offers the most comprehensive, successful approach to sobriety because it addresses all aspects of substance abuse — not simply the early physical withdrawal. Is holistic
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One 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
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