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Honest, faith-aware writing on what men face in addiction recovery — from the people who walk this road every day.
How To Get Involved in a New Recovery Community After Moving
We believe staying involved in the recovery community is vital to your sobriety. We know life can be unpredictable, and even in the case that it is planned, moving to a new city or state happens and c…
My Husband Says He Doesn't Have a Problem: Signs of Alcoholism in Men
Drinking alcohol can be appealing to men in the United States for a number of reasons. The narrative that men drink alcohol in social situations to feel more comfortable is not necessarily accurate. D…
Christian-Based Rehab Can Benefit Everyone, Not Just Believers
Maybe you haven't been to church in a couple of decades. Or perhaps you grew up in a family that didn't practice religion, and God is a foreign concept to you. Whatever your religious background, subs…
What is the best treatment for someone trying to overcome heroin addiction?
Like any substance use disorder, heroin addiction can cause an immense amount of heartache, loneliness, and financial and legal ruin. Recovery may seem impossible to achieve when you're caught in the…
Who is Best Suited for Residential Treatment?
We know that choosing recovery from addiction or substance use disorder (SUD) is a big step. We also know that beginning your sobriety journey in the right treatment program is essential. We offer you…
5 Essential Lessons the Bible Teaches About Alcohol
Wine has always played a prominent role in ancient Middle Eastern societies, so it should come as no surprise that the Bible refers to it quite a bit. However, the debate over whether it's good or bad…
What to Do When Your Aftercare Plan Stops Working
Once you have completed treatment, keeping up with your given aftercare plan from Renaissance Ranch is an essential part of your sobriety. Having that ongoing support and structure is going to help en…
How Mixing Benzos and Alcohol Could Kill You
Combining alcohol with drugs or any form of medication is never a good idea; in some cases, it can be downright deadly. Alcohol, like drugs, changes your body and brain chemistry. And when you have mu…
Can I Still Go to Work While in an Outpatient Program?
We know that working is an essential part of life. Renaissance Ranch offers outpatient treatment options, which could allow you to still go to work while receiving treatment if that is an appropriate…
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…
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