You Have a Family History of Addiction, Now What? Addiction, Articles>Drug AddictionBy The RanchJanuary 10, 2020Addiction is a complicated disease. It has genetic components, but having a gene or a set of genes for addiction does not mean you will become an addict. It isn’t a death sentence or even a life sentence for that matter. But it is scary. Whether you just found out the truth about those skeletons…
Is There a Really Addictive Personality? Addiction, Alcoholism, Articles>Addiction Research, Articles>Mental Health, Helpful Articles, Mental Health, Mood DisordersBy The RanchJanuary 2, 2020We have all heard that some people are prone to addiction, and there seem to be plenty of real-world examples to illustrate the truth of this adage. But is it accurate to say that someone who has suffered through multiple addictions has a really addictive personality? Or is this an overly simplistic explanation for a…
Addressing the Emotional Effects of Alcohol Addiction, Alcoholism, Articles>Alcohol Abuse and AlcoholismBy Andrea BakerDecember 9, 2019Leave a commentAlcohol addiction can be difficult and can need significant treatment. When people think of getting help for their addiction, they often think of physical treatment. But there are also emotional effects of alcohol that have been addressed. These are important to consider because they can be even more serious than physical effects in some ways.…
It’s Not In Your Head: How Physiological Dependence Takes Hold Addiction, Articles>Addiction Treatment, TreatmentBy Andrea BakerNovember 27, 2019Leave a commentFor someone who has never experienced addiction, it’s easy to wonder why someone struggling with substance abuse can’t simply stop. If you or someone you love is dealing with a substance abuse problem, you know that it’s not that simple. Psychological and physiological dependence can both wreak havoc on a person’s ability to quit using…
The Importance of Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Centers Articles>Addiction Treatment, Articles>Mental Health, Mental HealthBy Andrea BakerNovember 21, 2019Leave a commentWhen you need an acute stress disorder treatment center, Recovery Ranch can help you get the help you need. Mental health and addiction treatment centers provide the care you need to get your life back in control. When you are feeling overwhelmed with your mental health, and you are not able to function, mental health…
Electromagnetic Stimulation May Be Able to Wipe Away Cocaine Addiction Articles>Drug AddictionBy The RanchApril 1, 2016Shining laser lights on a certain part of the brain in rats can eliminate compulsive cocaine seeking, according to a study published in Nature. Testing of a similar approach in humans may begin soon, although it will most likely involve electromagnetic stimulation from outside the scalp rather than direct stimulation of the brain by lasers.
Cocaine Use Plummets With Combined Psychotherapeutic Approaches Articles>Addiction TreatmentBy The RanchMarch 3, 2016Combining cognitive behavioral therapy and prize-based contingency management produces substantial benefits for cocaine program participants, a study finds. Cocaine addiction is a fairly common form of substance addiction that unfortunately does not respond consistently to any type of medication-based treatment. For this reason, cocaine-centered treatment programs typically rely on at least one form of psychotherapy…
DUI Conviction a Strong Sign of Addiction Alcoholism, Helpful ArticlesBy The RanchOctober 3, 2015Almost one-third of all traffic-related deaths in the U.S. are a result of alcohol-impaired driving, with one death every 51 minutes as a result of driving under the influence (DUI). In 2010, 1.4 million Americans were arrested for driving with alcohol or narcotics in their systems, but what does it mean if you become one…
Small DNA Variations Play Big Role in Risk for Substance Problems Articles>Drug Addiction, Helpful ArticlesBy The RanchFebruary 6, 2015Researchers have conclusively determined that much of any given person’s chances of developing problems with substance abuse or substance addiction are genetically based. However, no one fully understands all of the genetic factors that increase or decrease the odds of experiencing these problems. In a study published in late 2014 in the journal Addiction, a…
Trauma Bonding in Addictive Relationships Articles>Mental HealthBy The RanchJanuary 29, 2015Jay and Lea met like many couples do these days—on an Internet dating site. The two had a great deal in common, more even than they understood from the rampant get-to-know-you messages the two passed between them. Private messages soon turned into texting and video chatting, and eventually the pair decided to meet. Their attraction…
