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 15, 2021 | Mental Health, Recovery, Uncategorized
Not unlike the cravings for substances that can come in waves after treatment, the shame and guilt associated with addiction can return at any moment. The shame may come simply from memories of people, places, and other things that trigger guilt or shame about our...