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Common Medication Used in Detoxing

Addiction Treatment, Drug and Alcohol Detox, Medication-Assisted Treatment, Mental Health / Kyle Ranney, LCSW

Medical science has improved greatly over the last few decades. Today, men and women struggling to quit drugs or alcohol can benefit from FDA-approved medications that can reduce withdrawal symptoms. As a result, it becomes easier to detox from drugs and alcohol. Medication for detox is a proven method of treating patients with moderate to [...]

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When is Residential Treatment Necessary?

Addiction Treatment, Mental Health, Residential Treatment Program / Kyle Ranney, LCSW

Out of the roughly 20 million US adults who struggle with addiction, only 20% of them will seek help from a residential treatment program. Some believe they can handle their addiction with micro-dosing, but the addiction still grows until they cannot function without drugs or alcohol. Those who find help at a residential treatment center

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How to Prepare for Women’s Rehab

Addiction Treatment, Gender-specific Rehab, Substance Abuse, Women's Rehab Program / Kyle Ranney, LCSW

Preparing to enter a women’s rehab program is not an easy decision to make. According to the CDC, addiction is a devastating illness, with an estimated 100,000 overdose deaths reported for 2021 alone. That's an increase of 28% over last year. With drug addiction cases increasing each year, a gender-specific rehab program can give women

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What Are Drug Addiction Symptoms?

Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction, Substance Abuse / Kyle Ranney, LCSW

Drug addiction affects more and more people in the US each year. With more than 60% of Americans over the age of 12 using drugs, alcohol, or tobacco. Nearly 32 million adults use illegal drugs, not including prescription drugs. Furthermore, the number of drug addiction cases is expected to continue to rise. When drug addiction

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3 Techniques to Help You with Alcohol Addiction

Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction / Kyle Ranney, LCSW

Alcohol is a legal substance that is an integral part of our society. We began associating alcohol with celebrating from an early age as we watched our parents drink and have fun with friends. We are told we can’t join the party until we are older. Unfortunately, this causes us to form a subconscious desire

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Physical Side Effects of Detoxing

Alcohol Addiction, Detox, Drug and Alcohol Detox / Kyle Ranney, LCSW

Withdrawal symptoms are nearly impossible to get through alone due to the physical dependence substance abuse creates. A detox program helps reduce the painful withdrawal symptoms and cravings that prevent most people from maintaining sobriety. Those who seek a drug and alcohol detox center have a better chance of breaking their addiction and rebuilding their

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How Does Heroin Addiction Affect the Body?

Addiction Treatment, Heroin Addiction Treatment / Kyle Ranney, LCSW

Heroin is one of the most addictive substances in the world. It's especially dangerous because it creates powerful cravings after just a few uses. Its addictive qualities have made it one of the most widely-used opiates in the US. Fortunately, there is help. A heroin addiction program will focus on the reason behind the addiction

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3 Techniques to Help You with Anxiety

Anxiety Treatment, Mental Health, Therapy / Kyle Ranney, LCSW

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health illnesses in the US, affecting nearly 40 million men and women over the age of 18. Sadly, less than 36% of that number will ever get help for this illness. Fortunately, an anxiety treatment center in Pennsylvania can help you with your anxiety treatment through a

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What to Expect from a Residential Program

Addiction Treatment, Residential Treatment Program / Kyle Ranney, LCSW

Sadly, drug use has increased sharply over the last year. Why? Because many people have turned to drugs and alcohol as the lingering pandemic continues to cause emotional and financial hardship. Therefore, if you need help breaking free from addiction, a residential program can get you back on your feet. A residential treatment program will

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What Is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy?

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Program, Mental Health, Therapy / Kyle Ranney, LCSW

Addiction is a mental health disease that is very difficult to treat. Mental health issues like addiction affect each person in several unique ways. As a result, it's impossible to treat with a one-size-fits-all form of treatment. Addiction patients can better understand their mental health issues through an effective cognitive-behavioral therapy program. This program is

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