Understanding the Physical Effects of AlcoholAddiction, Alcoholism, Articles>Alcohol Abuse and AlcoholismBy Andrea BakerDecember 13, 2019Leave a commentAlcohol has many effects, some of which are emotional and mental, and many of which are physical. If you’re experiencing the physical effects of alcohol, it’s time to get the help and support you need. At Recovery Ranch, we can provide you with the kind of guidance and treatment that will move you into recovery.… Details
What Are the Physiological Effects of Alcohol?Addiction, Alcoholism, Articles>Alcohol Abuse and AlcoholismBy Andrea BakerDecember 12, 2019Leave a commentWhen people think about the problems alcohol can cause, they generally focus on physical and emotional effects. Those are both very important, but there are also physiological effects of alcohol that have to be considered. Breaking your addiction to drinking will mean reducing those effects, so you can move into recovery. Our dedicated, professional staff… Details
Understanding the Difference Between Opioids and OpiatesAddiction, Addictions, Articles>Drug AddictionBy Andrea BakerDecember 11, 2019Leave a commentWhen it comes to getting treatment for your addiction issues, it can help to have an understanding of what you’re dealing with. One of the ways you can do that is to recognize the difference between opioids and opiates. At Recovery Ranch, we can help you understand the difference, and get the help you need… Details
Find Out How Addictive is AlcoholAddiction, Addictions, Alcoholism, Articles>Alcohol Abuse and AlcoholismBy Andrea BakerDecember 10, 2019Leave a commentYou might be surprised to find out how addictive is alcohol. Many people drink alcoholic beverages to have a good time. Little do they know that alcohol can cause addiction. As a matter of fact, about 14.8 million people aged 12 or older had an alcohol use disorder in 2018. That’s 5.4 percent of the… Details
Addressing the Emotional Effects of AlcoholAddiction, Alcoholism, Articles>Alcohol Abuse and AlcoholismBy Andrea BakerDecember 9, 2019Leave a commentAlcohol addiction can be difficult and can need significant treatment. When people think of getting help for their addiction, they often think of physical treatment. But there are also emotional effects of alcohol that have been addressed. These are important to consider because they can be even more serious than physical effects in some ways.… Details
Myths About Drugs That May Affect Your RecoveryAddiction, Articles>Drug Addiction, Drug AbuseBy Andrea BakerDecember 8, 2019Leave a commentThe dangers of addiction should not be considered lightly. Damaging substances can affect you for life and cause many lingering health issues. However, a multitude of myths about drugs makes treatment more difficult to execute. Therefore, it is critical to understand these falsehoods and why they are so problematic. Doing so can help you better… Details
Sober Holidays: Make the PledgeArticles>Addiction Treatment, Helpful Articles, RecoveryBy Andrea BakerDecember 7, 2019Leave a commentMaintaining sobriety during the holidays can be tricky. You are surrounded by friends and family that want to celebrate in a way that maybe you can’t, and that makes it challenging. You don’t even have to have an addiction disorder to enjoy sober holidays. Consider some reasons it is beneficial to avoid alcohol as you… Details
The Opioid Crisis in AmericaAddiction, Articles>Drug Addiction, Drug AbuseBy Andrea BakerDecember 6, 2019Leave a commentThe opioid crisis in America has been building since the late 1990s. This was the era when pharmaceutical companies first began encouraging the use of these painkillers, stating they had a low risk of dependency. As a result, physicians began prescribing opioids more and more. Today, we’re suffering the consequences of those ill-advised assurances as more than… Details
Understanding Opioid Epidemic Statistics and What They MeanAddiction, Articles>Addiction Research, Drug AbuseBy Andrea BakerDecember 5, 2019Leave a commentIt’s not uncommon to hear about opioid epidemic statistics. People in most cities in the U.S. are facing an increasing risk of early death due to overdosing from these drugs. It can seem terrifying. But if you are using the drugs or have a loved one who is addicted to them, you may be unsure… Details
The 12 Step Program for AddictionAddiction, Addictions, Alcoholism, Articles>Addiction Treatment, RecoveryBy Andrea BakerDecember 4, 2019Leave a commentThe 12 Step program for addiction began in 1935, as Alcoholics Anonymous. 12 principles, or steps, to breaking free from addiction were established. Since then, the model has been used for many addictions. For instance, including sex, gambling, and narcotic addictions all benefit from the model. Further, research has shown the 12 step program to… Details
