If the idea of sitting among a group of fellow recovering addicts sharing their stories makes you uncomfortable, you are not alone. You may not like the idea of participating in a support group. However, it may be important to your recovery. Of course, there is no single treatment or recovery practice that works for […]
Addiction treatment has become a science that is based on solid and modern research. While it is true that it is not a perfect science and that each patient is an individual with his or her own needs, there are truths about what makes treatment more likely to be successful. If you or someone you
When you love an addict or an alcoholic, you probably have spent a long time hoping and praying that they would get sober. If your loved one has finally made the choice to recover, families and loved ones of addicts must find ways to help the addicted individual during early recovery. Read on to learn
When an individual is struggling with substance use disorder or drug abuse, getting professional help is key. Often, individuals abusing drugs also suffer from an underlying mental health issue. This, combined with their addiction, creates what medical professionals call a co-occurring disorder. It is addressed through dual diagnosis treatment. Dual diagnosis is a term that
The Short Answer: How to Help an AddictThe dedicated treatment staff at The Ranch knows that there is no short or simple answer on how to help an addict. The biggest way an addict can be helped is if they want to help themselves. There are small ways you can help someone you know suffering
What all types of addiction have in common is the inability to stop using the substance regardless of how many times you’ve tried. Whether you are addicted to alcohol, prescription medication, or illicit street drugs, you may have formed a long-term dependency that has controlled every aspect of your life.Addiction is often a slow process
With pushes for legalization around the country, it’s understandable that you may have begun to rethink marijuana. Should it still be classified as a dangerous drug? Should states legalize and tax? The conversation may have changed. But there’s one thorn in the side of those pushing for legalization. That’s marijuana and education.Marijuana has a measurable
Codependency is an unhealthy behavioral condition. While the actual signs of codependency may vary, both individuals typically depend on each other to meet different needs. Over time, each becomes dependent on the arrangement to keep getting what they need. It’s unhealthy for everyone involved. Some codependent relationships are easier to spot than others. But codependency
When you enter a treatment center for addiction, you may have two main options: inpatient vs outpatient treatment. Both levels of treatment offer the same types of therapy and care. However, the main difference between each is how much supervision you need as you recover from your addiction.If you choose inpatient treatment, you will likely
Triggers are often internal or emotional reactions to external situations or environments. Triggers can occur at any time without warning. For this reason, they often catch people off guard. This can be devastating for someone who is trying to end addiction but falls prey to common relapse triggers that they may not be aware of.One
