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Healing Springs Ranch
1M ago
Hooked on Hurt: Unraveling the Trauma-Substance Uses Disorder
Have you ever heard the saying, “where there’s smoke, there’s fire”? Well, in the world of substance abuse, trauma often plays the role of a hidden flame. It’s no secret that many individuals in drug and alcohol treatment centers carry the heavy burden of traumatic experiences. So, what’s the deal? How does trauma light the fuse that leads some down the path of substance abuse?
Trauma: The Silent Agitator
First off, let’s talk trauma. It’s like an emotional earthquake, leaving aftershocks that can last for years. Whether it’s physic ..read more
Healing Springs Ranch
6M ago
Stacey will be contributing to business development and marketing initiatives, as well as supporting the expansion of the family services.
TIOGA, TX, October 19, 2023 /24-7PressRelease/ — Healing Springs Ranch (HSR), an internationally recognized residential treatment center known for its integrative work with adults recovering from ALL addictions, announces the appointment of Stacey DelVal as Director of Provider & Family Relations.
With over 15 years of business development and leadership experience, Stacey has successfully led teams and connected needs with services throu ..read more
Healing Springs Ranch
9M ago
Drinking alcohol is widely accepted in society today. It is often a big part of holiday gatherings and celebrations. Over the last 40 years, scientists have begun to study the effects of alcohol on the brain and overall health. This knowledge is slowly becoming more accepted within our society and behavioral changes can be seen in the younger generation.
Most everyone has either had personal experience with or has seen the effects of excessive drinking and the side effects that may include all or some of the following.
Loss of coordination
Blurred vision
Slurred speech
Slower reaction t ..read more
Healing Springs Ranch
1y ago
Wake up parents you may be missing the signs of substance abuse
Raising children is full of both joy and challenges. They do not come with an easy-to-read manual. As parents, we love and cherish our innocent babies and watch them change and come into their own as they grow. They are also products of the environment they live in with us and that can be both positive and negative at times. As our children go out into the world and on their own they are presented with many opportunities and possibilities. They meet people and friends that both positively and negatively inf ..read more
Healing Springs Ranch
1y ago
Drinking is socially acceptable and readily available; it is everywhere and the first thing you’re offered when greeted by the absolute best party host. If it is a problem, alcohol’s accessibility makes abstinence a challenge. Approximately 6.2% of Americans aged 18 years old and older meet the clinical criteria for alcohol use disorder.
When most people think about drinking-related problems, they picture car accidents, fights, and run-ins with the police. If you have a problem with alcohol abuse and have been drinking heavily for weeks, months, or even years, you may have developed a both men ..read more
Healing Springs Ranch
1y ago
The holidays are ripe with stress and unrealistic expectations; it’s important to protect yourself from relapse during the holiday when the alcohol, excitement, and emotions flow more readily than usual. Those that have been in recovery from substance use disorder for a while, you’ve experienced the joy and inner freedom of being clean and sober. If you are a new member of the clean and sober club, there is hope. You can feel confident that the best years of your life are in front of you.
Use these strategic tips to support your sobriety over the next few months:
Take the time to Pre-pl ..read more
Healing Springs Ranch
1y ago
Once alcohol enters your system, there are immediate physiological changes among your organs including the brain, heart, and liver which can lead to long-term health complications.
Here are some little and well-known facts about your favorite cocktails, liquors, beers, and wines.
The alcohol we consume in our beverages is ethanol, the only form of alcohol you can drink without severe damage to your body.
Alcohol is a depressant that slows down the brain’s activity.
A positive effect of alcohol is that it triggers dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and satisfa ..read more
Healing Springs Ranch
1y ago
Mental Health affects both men and women however its prevalence is lower in men than women. Though men are less likely to suffer from mental illness, they are less likely to seek help, and more likely to die from suicide. Whether a man or woman, our mental health includes emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. Knowing the signs of mental disorders for yourself or others may help in accessing treatment sooner rather than later.
Warning signs of mental disorders may include:
Uncontrolled or explainable anger, irritation, or aggression
Mood swings, including changes in energy and ..read more
Healing Springs Ranch
2y ago
HSR continues to build on its commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative, and customized care
/24-7PressRelease/ — TIOGA, Texas, April 27, 2022 — Healing Springs Ranch (HSR), an internationally recognized residential treatment center known for its integrative work with adults recovering from ALL addictions and mental health-related issues, announces the appointment of Holly Steward, as Executive Director of Clinical Services.
Holly will be overseeing client and family relations and the delivery of clinical services. She will work closely with the COO to ensure HSR’s strat ..read more
Healing Springs Ranch
2y ago
Knowing these critical facts about drugs and alcohol could be a game-changer
Alcohol consumption has both physical and emotional drawbacks to the body. Once alcohol enters your system, there are immediate physiological changes among your organs including the brain, heart, and liver which can lead to long-term health complications.
Here are some little and well-known facts about your favorite cocktails, liquors, beers, and wines.
The alcohol we consume in our beverages is ethanol, the only form of alcohol you can drink without severe damage to your body.
Alcohol is a depressant ..read more