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Active Religious Participation – The Anti-Drug
We have had Nancy Reagan's "Just Say No," Obama's "Above the Influence," and countless other anti-drug and -alcohol campaigns in the last few decades. You would think that at least one of these initia…
The Dangers of Isolation in Recovery
Unnecessary negativity can grow within isolation. When we isolate ourselves, we are potentially closing ourselves off to incredible opportunities and the possibility of stronger or new connections—the…
The Therapeutic Community Model and Integrity
Healing from addiction takes a lot of time and effort. We know that addiction can feel isolating. Renaissance Ranch has found that utilizing the therapeutic community model produces successful outcome…
Why Faith-Based Treatment Can Sometimes Fail
Religion represents a mighty tool for positive change, especially in addiction recovery treatment. When misapplied, however, the results can devastate the person seeking help. And while research shows…
Renaissance Ranch's Lifetime Guarantee
Choosing to reach out and access help for your addiction was an extremely courageous and life-changing choice to make. A lifetime of sobriety requires a lifelong journey of hard work and dedication to…
Is Reaching Out for Help Regarding My Spouse's Addiction Crossing a Line?
It can be difficult to know when to reach out for additional help for your spouse's addiction. Reaching out could feel like crossing a line or boundary. Renaissance Ranch understands this challenge an…
5 Reasons Why Men with Substance Abuse Need Group Therapy
It's no secret that many men have difficulty sharing their feelings and openly discussing their failures and shortcomings. For better or worse, centuries of social programming have left an indelible m…
Should drug addicts face criminal penalties?
There's a lot of debate around whether or not drug abuse should remain criminalized. Considering that the American Medical Association recognizes substance use disorder, or addiction, as a disease, of…
Fatherhood and Addiction Recovery: A Relationship-Saving Combination
Fathers can have a tremendous impact on their children for good and bad. They are a child's first and greatest male role model, and they typically set the tone for every male interaction after that. T…
Do I Deserve to Heal After Years of Addiction?
Life after treatment can come with a strong rift of overwhelming emotions. An individual transitioning from accomplishing treatment to fleeing the nest into early recovery may feel like a rug has been…
Facing Life in Recovery as a Man
Many men are held to the expectation that they should be tough, which is often associated with drinking or doing drugs at parties. It is no secret that the stigma men face surrounding substances can l…
5 Ways to Boost Your Self-Esteem During Recovery
Recovery from substance abuse can be overwhelming. After all, you're quitting something your mind and body have come to depend on, dealing with the guilt and shame of past behavior, and doing your bes…
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