Addiction isn’t just an individual problem. How addiction affects families is far-reaching and profound. The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) found that the majority of all violence against a spouse or partner involved substance abuse. However, addiction doesn’t just include things like drugs and alcohol. Excessive gambling, porn, video games, and social media are […]
Understanding Person-First Treatment Have you heard this phrase before, “person-first treatment” or even “person-first language,” and been confused by what it meant? Many treatment centers will claim to be person-first. But perhaps never explain its purpose and why it should matter to you. Let us explain.Person-first treatment is rooted in this truth: you are so
A Day at The Ranch: Holiday EditionThe festivities and celebrations at the end of a year can be a challenging time for all individuals. Especially those seeking treatment during the holidays for mental health challenges or addiction. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), approximately 24% of people diagnosed with mental health conditions
Why Does Spirituality Matter in Addiction Treatment and Wellness?Discovering how to express spirituality in addiction treatment can be difficult, as even the word “spirituality” can mean different things to different people. For some people, the concept of exercising spirituality may mean attending religious services at a chosen place of worship and praying to God or
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You may have heard of the idea of “Radical Acceptance,” but what does it mean to embody this practice? And how can it help those on their recovery journey? How does DBT play a part?When faced with situations and experiences that can cause suffering, such as the loss of a loved one or relationship, or
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Every day in treatment is planned. When you open your eyes each morning, you’ve got a defined idea of what your day will hold, even if you can’t anticipate the surprises that may appear. You know the safety nets that are in place to help you navigate challenges that arise and where to go to
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Is there a way to help your addicted child without making things worse? How can you let them know that you care and want the best for them without enabling their addiction or being naive to the deceit or manipulation you fear from them? Our blog today discusses five things you can do to help
Cracking open a cold beer or a fresh bottle of wine has become accepted normalcy in almost any and every situation. We drink to celebrate, and we drink after a hard day at work, we drink to help us harness our inner socialite, and some days, we drink just because we can. What if you
The recovery process is full of temptation: from sugar cravings that threaten to derail your efforts towards physical health to the monumental urges that threaten to steal your sobriety. Anyone taking on the task of recovery should be aware of these threats to the recovery process, no matter how big or small.In addition to knowing
Working through any 12-step program can be not only life-changing but, more commonly—life-saving. The twelve steps, combined with a supportive treatment environment, can be the catalyst you need to change your life completely. You may already be familiar with steps one through three: admitting that we are powerless and our lives unmanageable, believing in a
