by Rancho Milagro Recovery | Jan 9, 2023 | Addiction, Alcohol, Healing, Healthy Living, Mental Health, Recovery, Sober Living, Therapy, Treatment
Negative emotions are a normal part of the human experience, but for those in addiction recovery, they can be especially difficult to cope with. Whether it’s feelings of sadness, anger, guilt, or shame, negative emotions can be a major barrier to recovery and...
by Rancho Milagro Recovery | Jan 7, 2023 | Addiction, Alcohol, Healing, Recovery, Treatment
At Rancho Milagro Recovery we understand the stigma surrounding seeking treatment for addiction can be a major barrier for many people who are struggling with substance abuse. Whether it’s the fear of being judged or ostracized by friends and family, or the...
by Rancho Milagro Recovery | Jan 6, 2023 | Addiction, Alcohol, Healing, Recovery, Sober Living, Treatment
Addiction is a serious and complex condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is a chronic disease that can have serious consequences, including physical and mental health problems, relationship issues, financial strain, and even death. While it is...
by Rancho Milagro Recovery | Nov 23, 2021 | Recovery
Opiates vs. Opioids Commonly used interchangeably, opiates and opioids are a family of narcotic drugs with medicinal properties prescribed to treat pain and cough; however, they can be used at higher doses as an anesthetic or in the treatment of opiate and opioid use...
by Rancho Milagro Recovery | Nov 16, 2021 | Recovery
Adderall (Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine) is a stimulant prescribed to patients with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). According to Brain and Behavior, ADHD is one of the most common adult psychiatric disorders. Some symptoms include difficulty paying...
by Rancho Milagro Recovery | Nov 9, 2021 | Recovery
Benzodiazepines refer to a group of prescription sedatives used to treat anxiety and panic disorder as well as insomnia, muscle spasms, seizures, and alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Also known as “benzos,” they are often used for their relaxing, sedative, hypnotic, and...
by Rancho Milagro Recovery | Nov 2, 2021 | Recovery
Detoxification Physical Drug and Alcohol Detoxification is the first step to overcoming addiction. By definition, detox is the process in which you allow the body to eradicate drugs from the system. In medically assisted detox treatment at Rancho Milagro, we provide...
by Rancho Milagro Recovery | Aug 31, 2021 | Addiction, Alcohol, Treatment
People binge drink for many different reasons. Some people drink to celebrate with friends or family. Others drink because of heartbreak, loss, pain, or loneliness. No matter the reason for drinking so much in so little time, the dangers of binge drinking remain the...
by Rancho Milagro Recovery | Aug 26, 2021 | Healthy Living, Mental Health
Some say that “you are the company you keep”. Many people who experience addiction may begin through what activities are perceived as fun with friends and family. Friends and family members who enable addiction may not be good influences on your life. Relationships...
by Rancho Milagro Recovery | Aug 20, 2021 | Mental Health, Uncategorized
Many times after a suicide friends and family may say that they saw no warning signs before the self-inflicted death. There is a type of depression that has been categorized recently as “smiling depression”. This is not a clinical term, but rather a term that...
