How to Work AA Step 4 Addiction Treatment, Alcoholism, Recovery, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral Health Editorial TeamJuly 20, 2021Working through any 12-step program can be not only life-changing but, more commonly—life-saving. The twelve steps, combined with a supportive treatment environment, can be the catalyst you need to change your life completely. You may already be familiar with steps one through three: admitting that we are powerless and our lives unmanageable, believing in a…
Common Types of Alcohol Abused Addiction Treatment, Alcoholism, Substance AbuseBy The Ranch TNJuly 21, 2020Many people who suffer from an alcohol use disorder have an alcoholic beverage of choice. People choose specific drinks for many reasons but the common types of alcohol abused are not clear cut. At Recovery Ranch in Tennessee, we believe that knowledge can empower our current and future clients. This article discusses the alcohol content…
What’s the Difference Between an Alcoholic and a Functioning Alcoholic? Alcoholism, Recovery, Substance AbuseBy The Ranch TNJune 10, 2020Popular culture has helped shape an image of the “classic alcoholic” in people’s minds. Usually, we imagine an alcoholic as a middle-aged man who looks a bit disheveled and staggers in and out of bars all day and all night. He is so easy to recognize because he makes no effort to hide his drunken…
Common Characteristics of Children of Alcoholics Alcoholism, Articles>Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, TreatmentBy The Ranch TNJune 2, 2020There are an estimated 18 million children of alcoholic parents in the United States. More than 10% of those children are under the age of 18. And, per the National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACOA), every second of every hour, two more babies are born to addicted parents. Read on to learn more about…
Quarantined with an Alcoholic Spouse Addictions, Alcoholism, Substance AbuseBy The Ranch TNJune 1, 2020Living with an alcoholic spouse is likely a challenge on any day. The quarantine during the coronavirus possibly leads to new challenges when you are quarantined with an alcoholic spouse. The Recovery Ranch staff members recognize that alcohol addiction already has a major impact on the family members of individuals with an alcohol use disorder. Receiving treatment is crucial,…
Does Substance Abuse Cause Depression? Alcoholism, Articles>Dual Diagnosis, Depression, Dual DiagnosisBy The Ranch TNMay 22, 2020Does substance abuse cause depression, or does depression cause substance abuse? A study involving laboratory animals suggests that substance abuse could cause mood disorders, such as depression. Previous research indicates that the converse could be true — i.e., that mood disorders cause substance abuse. No matter what, The Ranch TN has the programs and treatments…
Why Do I Need Alcohol Abuse Counseling? Alcoholism, Articles>Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, Articles>TherapyBy The Ranch TNApril 16, 2020When we have patients come into our facility at The Ranch, we want to encourage open conversations about substance use disorders. Part of this starts with asking and answering those commonly asked questions. For instance, we often hear, why do I need alcohol abuse counseling, from patients who are entering treatment. Also, some patients may…
The Implications of Drinking and Driving Addiction, Addiction Treatment, AlcoholismBy The Ranch TNApril 8, 2020Drinking 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…
DUI vs. DWI: the Critical Differences Addiction, Alcoholism, Drug Abuse, Substance AbuseBy The Ranch TNApril 7, 2020Getting arrested when drunk or high while driving can be a challenging legal situation. However, many people get confused about the differences in DUI vs. DWI and how they are given out. If this situation has affected you, it is critical to thoroughly examine these differences to ensure that you understand your legal case. Furthermore,…
Five Signs of a Functioning Alcoholic: Is Your Loved One Struggling? Addiction, Addictions, Alcoholism, UncategorizedBy The Ranch TNMarch 27, 2020Did 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 notice…
