Recovery Blog
Why Giving Back in Recovery Can Benefit You and Others Managing Addiction
At Renaissance Ranch, we believe it's important that recovery is holistic. This means that we incorporate many elements into recovery plans, including activities that focus on giving back to the...
The Relationship Between Trauma and Addiction
Experiencing trauma can leave deep emotional wounds that impact your mental and physical well-being. If you have turned to substances as a way to cope, know that you are not alone. Trauma and...
What to Do if Your Employee Is Addicted to Alcohol
When employees abuse alcohol, it can have a profound influence—not only on the affected employee but on the organization in which they serve. If you suspect that an employee has an alcohol...
Exploring Relapse in Recovery as a Learning Opportunity
Experiencing relapse in recovery can be overwhelming. While not everyone will relapse, it is a reality that many people will face. If you're someone who has dealt with relapse in the past, then...
Detox Intervention: A Vital First Step in Addiction Treatment
Detox intervention focuses on helping people eliminate harmful substances from their bodies that have accumulated from the excessive use of drugs, alcohol, and/or other toxins. Detoxification is...
Find Peace Through Prayer When Your Spouse Is Addicted
Is your spouse dealing with addiction? If so, we don’t have to tell you what a hard and lonely place you stand in. The emotional rollercoaster, uncertainty, and overwhelming sense of helplessness...
The Importance of Rest in Addiction Recovery
Sleep is vital for mental and physical wellness. People who are recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) often experience chronic sleep disturbances, which impact their mood and ability to...
Practicing Holistic Treatment During Recovery
At Renaissance Ranch, we believe in the importance of holistic treatment during recovery. There are so many reasons why holistic treatment is important and can help set people up for success in...
5 Women Who Overcame Substance Abuse Disorder (You Can, Too)
Substance abuse is an ugly adversary, and it is no respecter of genders. While more men than women have substance abuse disorders (SUDs), research1 shows the gender gap is narrowing. It also shows...
Check Your Ego at the Door (of the Addiction Recovery Center)
There are many factors that lead to addiction, and one of them is an inflated ego. Let’s be clear that there’s a difference between a healthy ego and an inflated one. A healthy ego tells you that...
Why Men’s Mental Health Should Be Discussed More
Some men may have a more difficult time feeling comfortable seeking or participating in mental health treatment. According to the American Journal of Men's Health, “Findings consistently indicate...
Single Moms: How to Get Help for Your Addiction
Addiction is a crushing burden for anyone, but especially for single moms. If you are in this position, we see you. We know that you are doing the emotionally and physically exhausting work of...