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… Details
Coping with Loneliness During Quarantine Depression, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, TreatmentBy The Ranch TNJune 9, 2020One of the most difficult things about the COVID-19 pandemic is that it has increased the loneliness that many people experience. An estimated 35.7 million Americans live on their own, which is a figure that has grown significantly over time. For those who are living in isolation like this, coping with loneliness during quarantine is… Details
6 Transformational Lessons of Addiction Therapy Addiction Treatment, Articles>Addiction Treatment, TreatmentBy The Ranch TNJune 8, 2020Sometimes people do not succeed on the first try for sobriety or even the seventh. Then, one day, timing or circumstances bring a new opportunity to truly begin the journey of a lifetime of recovery. As you travel down this path, it is important to remember that there is more than one way to solve… Details
Staying Sober During Coronavirus Addiction Treatment, Substance Abuse, TreatmentBy The Ranch TNJune 7, 2020Staying sober during coronavirus is likely a challenge for many people. Several media sources report that alcohol sales have recently skyrocketed, and several sources are reporting an uptick in substance abuse. If you are having difficulty staying sober during coronavirus, The Recovery Ranch continues to welcome clients, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. The caring, professional staff… Details
6 Ways Yoga Helps With Depression and Addiction Articles>Mental Health, Articles>Recovery at The Ranch, Depression, TreatmentBy The Ranch TNJune 6, 2020It is clear that yoga is shedding its old reputation as an esoteric practice exclusively for the spiritually devout. It is also not just for those who consider themselves flexible or interested in eastern spirituality. At The Ranch TN, we use yoga to help you in the recovery process. Yoga is typically not appropriate for… Details
How to Fill Your Time Sober in Quarantine Addiction, Addiction Treatment, Substance Abuse, TreatmentBy The Ranch TNJune 5, 2020Staying quarantined because of requirements related to the coronavirus takes a toll on individuals with alcohol use disorders. It also takes a toll on those that have an addiction to other drugs. There are ways to fill your time sober in quarantine. There are also ways that you can still get the treatment that you… Details
Holistic Strategies for Battling Depression Articles>Mental Health, Mental Health, Mental Health TreatmentBy The Ranch TNJune 4, 2020The standard approach to treating depression includes medications and psychotherapy. However, in some cases, and for reasons doctors and therapists don’t fully understand, these approaches are only partially successful. Complementary approaches including yoga, exercise, nutrition, and supplements for depression may all be added to a holistic treatment plan to help achieve success. Read on to… Details
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… Details
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,… Details
The Co-occurrence of Addiction and Mental Illness: Meeting the Challenge Addiction Treatment, Articles>Recovery at The Ranch, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health TreatmentBy The Ranch TNMay 30, 2020Addiction to drugs or alcohol is a difficult problem for anyone to overcome. But imagine how hard it would be to successfully conquer a substance abuse problem if you were also struggling with a mental health issue. Addiction and mental illness complicate treatment and recovery. A person trying to beat addiction requires all of the… Details
