The Challenge of Self-Exclusion for Gambling Addicts Articles>Addiction ResearchBy The Ranch TNAugust 27, 2012In an attempt at self-control, some gamblers self-exclude themselves from gambling venues. But this isn’t as easy as telling themselves they won’t go. That equates to an alcoholic saying they won’t have a drink. It is very difficult to sustain such will power alone.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Addiction: Exploring the Connection Articles>Addiction ResearchBy The Ranch TNAugust 24, 2012Drug addiction and alcoholism often co-occur with other types of chronic mental and physical health conditions. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is one mental health problem frequently diagnosed in those dealing with substance abuse issues, as people who suffer from this debilitating and frightening condition also appear to be disproportionately vulnerable to the lure of… Details
Benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Addiction Treatment Articles>Recovery at The RanchBy The Ranch TNAugust 23, 2012Cognitive behavioral therapy is based on the process of identifying negative, irrational thought patterns which in turn influence a person’s behavior. Unhealthy thought patterns always play a role in the development of an addiction, regardless of whether it’s to drugs, alcohol, gambling, tobacco, or pornography. By breaking the cycle of negative thinking, therapists can help… Details
Screenings May Prevent Cases of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Articles>Trauma and PTSDBy The Ranch TNAugust 21, 2012Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is triggered by the experience or witnessing of a tragic event. Symptoms may include flashbacks, insomnia and anxiety. The disorder can appear following any type of trauma, such as involvement in a motor vehicle accident or witnessing a violent crime.
Getting Over Trauma in Recovery – How Do You Do That? Articles>Trauma and PTSDBy The Ranch TNAugust 20, 2012Lived through the horrific trauma of an earthquake, hurricane, massive floods or other natural disaster? Returning home after serving our country as a member of the armed forces in Afghanistan, Iraq or other fields of intense and unrelenting combat? Survived a devastating motor vehicle accident, fire, or an attempted burglary, assault, attempted homicide? Trying to… Details
Benefits of Equine Therapy in Drug Rehab Treatment Articles>Recovery at The RanchBy The Ranch TNAugust 16, 2012There are many different options for drug rehab treatment, including chemical detoxification, residential treatment programs, and behavioral therapy. Many individuals find equine therapy to be a very beneficial part of drug treatment when it comes to gaining control over their addiction.
Life: It’s All In How You Take It Articles>Recovery at The RanchBy The Ranch TNAugust 15, 2012“Life is 10 percent what you make it and 90 percent how you take it.” – Irving Berlin, American composer and lyricist, of Jewish heritage, widely considered one of the greatest songwriters in American history (1888-1989) We should learn one thing early on in recovery – and in life in general. That is that life… Details
When Addiction and Mental Illness Co-exist Articles>Dual DiagnosisBy The Ranch TNAugust 13, 2012One of the greatest challenges in the diagnosis and treatment of addiction is when an addiction illness exists at the same time as another mental illness. These disorders can disguise each other’s existence and make treatment for either condition less effective than it would otherwise be. Nevertheless, the high rate at which mental illness and… Details
An Interview with Dawn Zurlinden, Clinical Specialist Staff StoriesBy The Ranch TNAugust 11, 2012Dawn Zurlinden found her voice – and her calling – teaching voice lessons. When she realized that singing was an emotionally therapeutic process, Dawn felt inspired to become a therapist. She earned a master’s degree in social work from the University of Tennessee and, for the past 15 years, has specialized in experiential therapy, trauma,… Details
Alcohol and Cirrhosis: It Doesn’t Take Much to Do Permanent Damage Articles>Addiction ResearchBy The Ranch TNAugust 10, 2012How much alcohol is too much alcohol? That is tough to answer except to say that it is probably a lot less than you think. Just the habit of a few nightcaps, over time, could be enough to cause alcohol induced hepatitis which itself is the primary cause of cirrhosis of the liver. Cirrhosis is… Details
