Recovery Blog
Holidays, Faith, and Addiction Recovery
The holidays can be a time of great joy for some and great sadness and stress for others. For people suffering from addiction, the added stresses of the holidays can trigger a relapse. Here are some...
The Importance of Seeking Continuing Care Services for Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is diagnosable and can be treated. People with NPD can exhibit personality traits like volatility, impulsivity, a lack of empathy, and the need for attention....
How to Help a Loved One Battling Alcohol Addiction
If you have a loved one struggling with alcohol addiction, it's wrenching to stand back and watch the destruction unfold. However, it's also hard to determine what to say or do in such a delicate...
Can a 12-Step Program Help Me Overcome My Addiction to Xanax?
Xanax is among one of the fastest-growing abused drugs among young adults. It is highly addictive and can quickly lead to dependence. If you are struggling with Xanax addiction, it might feel...
What to Expect in the First Year of Alcohol Sobriety
Alcohol addiction is like a thief in the night that takes over physically, mentally, and emotionally. The quest to quit is tricky because of what it does to the brain. Alcohol produces chemical...
The Value That Can Come From Joining an Alumni Program to Help Overcome Social Anxiety
The fear of being judged by others isn't unusual. You can feel like people are watching you in social or work situations. Some people may avoid meeting new people because they aren't comfortable,...
What Makes You Drink Alcohol After a Long Day at Work?
The euphoric feeling after clocking out of a shift ranging from 8 to 12 hours is something that deserves to be celebrated. What is more celebratory than winding down to drink alcohol? Why not crack...
Christian Principles and Preventing Relapse
Christian principles, like faith, love, forgiveness, perseverance, and service, bring people hope. Perfection isn't one of those principles. Sometimes relapses happen, and when they do, it is...
What Does It Mean to Be “In Tune” With Your Body?
Did you know that your body is constantly trying to communicate with you? Your body is constantly sharing internal, physiological signals, which happen to be your body's way of conveying a specific...
5 Ways to Balance Professionalism and Outpatient Care for a Successful Recovery
It can be tough for some individuals to balance treatment with a busy work life. Many individuals in recovery struggle to juggle their professional lives, outpatient care at Renaissance Ranch, and...
Meet the Staff of a Drug Treatment Center
If you’re considering checking yourself into a treatment center, you might be apprehensive about what you’ll encounter. That’s perfectly normal. You’re dealing with big challenges, and entering a...
Emotional Addiction and Women’s Rehabilitation
Have you ever noticed people sabotaging a good thing, like picking fights in a good relationship, having affairs, or looking for salacious gossip when things are too peaceful? While this pattern...