People with a dual diagnosis suffer from both substance use disorder and a mental health disorder at the same time. Mental health professionals and addiction specialists are well-aware that these individuals often have worse outcomes than those who only deal with one issue. A team of Norwegian and American researchers identified the factors that commonly […]
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Marijuana Use Is On the RiseWith the legalization and decriminalization of marijuana use, there is no surprise that it is on the rise. However, this is not comforting to you or a loved one who is suffering from THC addiction. THC addiction is real and thousands of people across the country are suffering from THC
Heavy pot smokers often laugh at the idea that marijuana is addictive, even as they scramble to find more to smoke. And many of these users would get angry if forced to quit and would continue to use even if there were legal ramifications. This addictive situation may not be as bad as alcohol or
There are a number of telltale addictive behaviors you might exhibit when you are addicted to drugs or alcohol and don’t want others in your life to know. Whether you are concerned about your own substance abuse, or you want to know if a loved one is struggling with an addiction, behaviors can indicate that
Drinking and driving is a mistake more than 4 million adults make on occasion, according to NBC news. This number translates into a staggering 121 million times a year that someone is driving on the road when they shouldn’t be. Drunk driving results in almost 30 deaths per day as reported by the National Highway
There’s a difference between oxycodone vs. hydrocodone, but both are strong prescription opioids that can lead to an addiction if prescribed for any length of time. Both medications are used for either acute or chronic pain and can be combined with acetaminophen for additional pain relief. Hydrocodone can also be combined with ibuprofen, while oxycodone
What is lean drug? This is a question asked when you hear about the substance with the street name Purple Drank or Dirty Sprite. It is a combination of substances, made with a combination of codeine cough syrup, hard candy, and soda. At The Ranch, we are ready to help you overcome an addiction to
Extreme anxiety, paranoia, hallucinations, psychosis, death — these are only a few of the hidden dangers of designer drugs. If you haven’t yet used a designer drug, now is not the time to begin. These synthetic party drugs do everything except encourage a good time. In fact, they’re quite dangerous because only the shady chemist
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Did you know that nearly 20 percent of all alcoholics in America are considered high functioning? In other words, they don’t fit the typical stereotype you may envision when you think of someone who suffers from alcohol use disorder. Rather, a high-functioning alcoholic is typically successful. Signs of a functioning alcoholic may be difficult to
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How does AA help you recover from addiction? Specifically, AA, an acronym for Alcoholics Anonymous, is an organization created to help people heal from alcohol use disorder. Since its inception in 1935, millions of people have found help and hope through participation in a local AA chapter — even those who suffer other forms of addiction. If you’re struggling
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