Author: Brook McKenzie, LCDC

What to Do When Rehab Doesn’t Work

Oftentimes when we see a client who has successfully been admitted into Burning Tree Ranch, they have already had several treatment episodes. In extreme cases, we have seen some clients who have gone to more than three dozen treatment centers before making it to the Ranch. By this time, these

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What is Addiction Treatment Resistance?

Treatment resistance is a term that describes someone who does not respond to usual treatment programs.  Some people struggling with substance abuse or alcoholism have a difficult time staying sober by going to a 30-day addiction treatment center. You can say that they are resistant to the treatment.  Some people

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Colorized Grain Silos at Burning Tree Ranch

The Disease Model of Addiction, Explained

Drug rates are rising throughout the nation. In a 2020 survey, more than thirty-five percent of adolescents said they used marijuana in the last year. There are many reasons why addiction is rising. One is the lack of consideration for people with addiction. Many people regard drug use as a matter

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What Is a Psychic Change and Why Is It Important?

What Is a Psychic Change and Why Is It Important?

Alcoholism is a devastating disease that destroys lives. It can be a very difficult process for those suffering from addiction and their families, but there are ways to recover and get your life back on track.  A psychic change is what’s needed in order to achieve recovery and live a

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Help an Addict

6 Ways to Help an Addict Stop Using Drugs and Alcohol

It’s not easy to help a loved one struggling with substance use.  There’s nothing that can just magically stop them from using drugs or drinking alcohol.  However, that does not mean that there is nothing you can do to help.  Start by Educating Yourself You can only see the symptoms

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Common Addictions

Know the Dangers: The 9 Most Common Addictions in America

Those who have never struggled with addiction often view drug and alcohol dependency as a single illness, one that can be cured through simple willpower and a desire to live a sober life.  But those who have struggled with addiction know better, and they also know that drug and alcohol

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