Getting Family on Board With TherapyHelpful Articles, RecoveryBy The RanchFebruary 26, 2015There has always been a stigma attached to the need to see a therapist. Whether the reason is a little anxiety, a deeper mental illness, an addictive disorder or anything else, needing psychological help has long been seen as a weakness. The tides are turning and more people are accepting mental illness and addiction as… Details
Online Gambling Doesn’t Increase Risk for Disorder, Study FindsArticles>Mental HealthBy The RanchFebruary 25, 2015Online gambling is the common term for gambling that occurs over the Internet rather than in person. Some countries (like the U.S.) heavily restrict Internet gambling, while other countries have looser laws that allow for participation in a wider range of online gambling activities.
Eating Disorders in Men Often OverlookedArticles>Eating DisordersBy The RanchFebruary 24, 2015“My anorexia has given me an identity,” Dave Charma says. “I wasn’t cool or sporty at school, but now I am Mr. Manorexic.”
PTSD Makes Women More Susceptible to Type 2 DiabetesArticles>Trauma and PTSDBy The RanchFebruary 21, 2015The presence of severe PTSD symptoms may effectively double a woman’s chances of developing the blood sugar disorder known as Type 2 diabetes, a group of researchers from several U.S. institutions has concluded.
Low Levels of Spirituality Can Predict Sex Addiction, Study FindsArticles>Sex AddictionBy The RanchFebruary 19, 2015People affected by sex addiction (also known as hypersexuality or compulsive sexual behavior) have a significantly dysfunctional relationship to sexual activity. In a study published in 2014 in the journal Sexual Addiction & Compulsivity, researchers from the University of North Texas assessed the role that spirituality and religiosity play in the likelihood that young adults… Details
What Helps and Hinders Recovery from a Dual Diagnosis?Articles>Early RecoveryBy The RanchFebruary 19, 2015People with a dual diagnosis are simultaneously affected by a diagnosable case of substance use disorder (substance abuse/addiction) and a diagnosable case of a separate mental health disorder. Mental health professionals and addiction specialists are well-aware that affected individuals commonly have worse outcomes than their counterparts only dealing with substance use disorder or only dealing… Details
The Biggest Causes of Relapse From Addiction RecoveryHelpful Articles, RecoveryBy The RanchFebruary 19, 2015Choosing to get sober is an important decision in the life of an addict or an alcoholic, but getting through detoxification and initial treatment is only the first step of the journey. You have to remain vigilant — staying sober requires commitment and dedication. There is always a risk of relapse.
Pro-Ana Websites Fuel Eating DisordersArticles>Eating DisordersBy The RanchFebruary 17, 2015Thinspiration and pro-ana are terms describing a disturbing trend online and especially on social media that involves supporting people in developing eating disorders. Type either term into a search engine and you will find any number of sites, social media groups, chat rooms and forums dedicated to members supporting each other in the quest to… Details
Crisis to Growth: The Stages of Sex Addiction RecoveryArticles>Sex AddictionBy The RanchFebruary 14, 2015Sex addiction is a true behavioral addiction, and it is one that people battle every day. If you are struggling to control your impulses when it comes to sexual behaviors, you may need to get professional help. The good news about sex addiction treatment is that many experts believe that you can recover from it.… Details
Will Marijuana be Legalized in New York?Articles>Drug Addiction, Helpful ArticlesBy The RanchFebruary 14, 2015Now that four states and the District of Columbia have passed referendums legalizing marijuana, the obvious question is: who’s next?
