What Does Powerlessness Mean in Recovery?
What is Powerlessness? You may have heard the term powerlessness in relation to recovery. But, what does powerlessness really mean? This term is widely misunderstood …
drug and alcohol addiction
Alcohol Abuse vs. Alcohol Dependence
According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 85.6% of people ages 18 and older reported that they drank alcohol at …
How to Talk to a Loved One About Treatment
Is someone you love struggling with addiction to drugs or alcohol? You may not know unless you first understand what addiction is and what you …
Family Involvement in Treatment
Addiction is a disease that affects the entire family. So much so, that many professionals refer to addiction as a “family disease.” Dr. Joseph Lee, …
Alcohol Misuse and Abuse: Withdrawal Symptoms & The Detox Process
The abuse of alcohol could be considered a byproduct of popular culture. There is no shortage of opportunities to drink socially. Now that pandemic restrictions …
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Addiction
A recent study from the University of Pittsburgh with data from the World Health Organization and the World Meteorological Organization found that as temperatures and …
The Plum Creek Difference
Plum Creek Recovery Ranch is an advanced, unique substance abuse treatment facility located on a working ranch outside of Austin, Texas. Our treatment programs are …
Tips For Staying Sober Over The Holidays
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, right? It certainly can be – with lots of friends and family members gathering to celebrate, sharing …