5 Things Your Anger Might Be Telling You Anger, Helpful ArticlesBy The RanchJune 23, 2016By Sara Schapmann Anger, unchecked or unexpressed, can cause damage to our health, psyche and relationships. Anger can also motivate us, inspire us to action, and provide valuable insights into ourselves and relationships. Details
Personalized Alcohol Interventions Big Help to Military Veterans Alcoholism, ArticlesBy The RanchJune 23, 2016Recent evidence from a U.S.-based study indicates that alcohol-consuming military veterans gain significant benefits from alcohol interventions specifically designed to address their unique, personal circumstances.
The Frightening Facts About Drugged Driving Articles>Drug Addiction, Substance AbuseBy The RanchJune 13, 2016Drunk driving gets a lot of media attention, but drugged driving can be just as serious and devastating. It happens less often than drunk driving, but the consequences are no less severe. It is important that we all understand how drugs can impair our perceptions and abilities to drive a vehicle. Not everyone realizes just… Details
Today’s Marijuana More Potent than Ever Helpful Articles, Substance AbuseBy The RanchJune 13, 2016With marijuana now legal in several states for medical and recreational use, it becomes increasingly important to consider the higher-than-ever potency of today’s cannabis. Many critics of marijuana legalization cite health concerns and addiction rates, especially among young people, as the major issues with making this drug legal and readily available. Among the Hispanic population… Details
The Lasting Damage Caused by Pornography Addiction in Teens Articles>Mental HealthBy The RanchJune 13, 2016The idea of pornography addiction and teens suffering from it seems unlikely, but it happens more often than you think. With the availability of pornographic material online and peer pressure to check it out, too many teens fall victim to an obsession that once only plagued some adults. If you have caught your teen with… Details
Behind the Bells, Chimes, Sirens and Whistles: The Sound Effects of Compulsive Gambling Articles>Mental HealthBy The RanchJune 6, 2016In the 21st century casino, gambling has become a multimedia experience. Modern gambling establishments stand as flashy, splashy tributes to the principles of modern advertising, treating visitors to a carefully coordinated symphony of sights, sounds and sensory impressions that are meant to enhance—and sell—the gambling experience. Casinos market nonstop action and excitement, promising a pot… Details
Taking Aim at Recovery With Archery Helpful Articles, RecoveryBy The RanchJune 6, 2016“In archery we have something like the way of the superior man. When the archer misses the center of the target, he turns and looks within himself for the cause of his mistake.” – Confucius People in treatment for addiction often have difficulty aiming for a target and holding steady while they draw back their… Details
What to Look for in an AA Sponsor Articles>Early RecoveryBy The RanchJune 2, 2016One of the first suggestions you will probably hear once you get sober and begin attending meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous is that you should get a sponsor. In some organizations, a sponsor is someone who introduces you to other members of a group and presents you as being suitable for membership. Once that’s done, existing… Details
Recovery From an Eating Disorder Often Requires Team Effort Articles>Eating DisordersBy The RanchJune 2, 2016Eating disorders are extremely challenging and painful illnesses, and treatment can be complicated and involve a team of professionals in order to successfully address the different aspects of the condition.
Finding Refuge in Recovery Helpful Articles, RecoveryBy The RanchJune 2, 2016“I discovered the greatest rebellion of all is an inner revolution fueled not by rage, but by deep and pervading kindness.” — Noah Levine
