Dual Diagnosis: Where Mental Heath And Substance Use Converge Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health Treatment, UncategorizedBy The Ranch TNJanuary 23, 2020Leave a commentWhen you’re researching mental health and substance abuse treatment programs, you may wonder, “What is dual diagnosis?” If you or a loved one struggle with both mental health and substance use, it’s key to find a treatment center that specializes in dual diagnosis. At Recovery Ranch TN, we’re proud to offer top-notch dual diagnosis care… Details
The Difference Between Anxiety and Stress Dual Diagnosis, Helpful Articles, Mental HealthBy The Ranch TNJanuary 23, 2020A lot of people use the terms “anxiety” and “stress” interchangeably, but they aren’t the same. Both are feelings that are normal and that we all experience sometimes, but both can also become paralyzing if we don’t cope with them in healthy ways. For most people, stress comes and goes and can even be a… Details
The Dangers of Alcohol Withdrawal Addiction, AlcoholismBy The Ranch TNJanuary 22, 2020When you have reached a point where your life pretty much revolves around drinking, you probably know you have a problem. You aren’t even sure if you are drinking because you want to drink anymore, or if you are drinking because you have to drink. You know you should stop, but you aren’t sure if… Details
What Helps Predict Treatment Success for Women With PTSD? Dual Diagnosis, Mental HealthBy The Ranch TNJanuary 21, 2020Recent findings from a team of American researchers indicate that responses in the body’s involuntary nervous system can help predict which women will recover from PTSD. Current evidence indicates that people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have increased chances of benefiting from treatment when they form a bond called a therapeutic alliance with their therapists.… Details
Struggling With Stress? Five Stress Management Techniques For When You Feel Overwhelmed Addiction Treatment, Mental Health Treatment, UncategorizedBy The Ranch TNJanuary 20, 2020Leave a commentEveryone deals with stress from time to time, and stress management techniques can vary widely from one person to another. Some stress management techniques are healthy, while others cause more stress down the line. If you feel like stress has caused your life to spiral out of control, it may be time to get professional… Details
Snow Depression Helpful Articles, Mental HealthBy The Ranch TNJanuary 20, 2020Understanding Snow Depression “And February was so long that it lasted into March And found us walking a path alone together You stopped and pointed and you said, ‘That’s a crocus’ And I said, ‘What’s a crocus?’ And you said, ‘It’s a flower’ I tried to remember, but I said, ‘What’s a flower?’ ”— Dar… Details
3 Things You Shouldn’t Do If Your Loved One Relapses RecoveryBy The Ranch TNJanuary 18, 2020When you love a recovering alcoholic or drug addict, you may feel a huge sense of relief when he or she agrees to go into treatment and get sober. You want to believe that all the bad times are behind you. But if your loved one ends up relapsing, it can be devastating for you.… Details
Staying Sober and Having Fun: Yep, It’s Possible! Addiction Treatment, Recovery, UncategorizedBy The Ranch TNJanuary 17, 2020Leave a commentWhen friends are texting and calling, trying to get you to go out to the bar, it can be hard to stick to your sobriety goals. It’s important to have ideas for fun sober activities so that you can enjoy your social life while still sticking to your recovery plan. At Recovery Ranch TN, we… Details
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Effective Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder Helpful Articles, Mental HealthBy The Ranch TNJanuary 17, 2020In a study published in December 2014 in the Journal of Eating Disorders, a team of Canadian and American researchers examined the effectiveness of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) as a binge eating disorder treatment; the researchers also explored the underlying factors that may account for DBT’s usefulness, including an improved ability to control the emotions… Details
Alcoholism, Cannabis Use Disorder Go Hand-in-Hand Alcoholism, Helpful ArticlesBy The Ranch TNJanuary 16, 2020Alcohol use disorder and cannabis use disorder are frequently co-occurring or comorbid substance problems in both teenagers and adults, a group of U.S.-based researchers report. Comorbid conditions are health problems that appear together in one person and cause more difficulties for that person than they would on their own. In a study published in January… Details
