5 Eye Opening Statistics on Drunk Driving Addiction, Alcohol and Drug News, AlcoholismBy The Right StepFebruary 3, 2020When revealed to the general public, the statistics on drunk driving never fail to elicit surprise and dismay. The 5 eye opening statistics on drunk driving tell a story of death, mayhem and irresponsible behavior that undercuts the belief our country has gotten a handle on its drunk driving problem. Since 1980 the number of…
Best Hobbies to Help Addicts Stay Sober Addiction Recovery, RecoveryBy The Right StepFebruary 2, 2020Life after recovery from addiction can feel as if you’ve stepped into someone else’s world. Drug use is a habit that requires the user to formulate his or her entire lifestyle based on acquiring, using and recovering from drugs. Once you’ve broken free from the grip of addiction, you need to reinvent your lifestyle around…
How to Rebuild Relationships After Rehab Addiction Recovery, Recovery, RelationshipsBy The Right StepJanuary 31, 2020When you go to rehab for addiction, you have one thing on your mind: getting better. Rehab, in a way, is a selfish thing. In order to succeed at getting sober, you have to focus on you. When you leave rehab, you have not only a new life to live, but also a big mess…
Emotional Trauma Common but Mysterious in Children Adolescents, Mental HealthBy The Right StepJanuary 30, 2020Research shows that a significant number of children in the United States are exposed to events that can result in emotional trauma. Moreover, emotional trauma is common in children. Community samples estimate that as many as two-thirds of children in this country have been exposed to some kind of traumatic event by the time they…
LGB Teens More Likely to Binge Drink AddictionBy The Right StepJanuary 29, 2020Are LGB Teens More Likely to Binge Drink? A 2014 study from the University of Southern California School of Social Work in cooperation with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles found that teens who identify as lesbian, gay or bisexual experience unique stressors that put them at greater risk for binge drinking. The study was led by…
How Do I Give Support For an Individual in Recovery? Addiction RecoveryBy The Right StepJanuary 28, 2020How do I get support for an individual in recovery? Someone facing addiction issues recently discussed being encouraged to seek professional therapy or treatment for their addiction. The response? Speaking with a clergy member was helpful enough. Other people might insist that friends and family are sounding boards or that the 12-step fellowship and their…
Are Your Loved Ones Harming Your Addiction Recovery? Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Positive RecoveryBy The Right StepJanuary 27, 2020When you’re recovering from addiction, the people who love you the most are probably very happy and relieved. Often they are so glad you’re sober that they want to do everything they can to help you on your recovery journey. Some may try to help you a little too much. You may find yourself asking…
Prescription Lockboxes Help Prevent Teen Drug Abuse Addiction, Alcohol and Drug News, Alcohol and Drug Treatment, Drug Addiction, Teen Drug AddictionBy The Right StepJanuary 26, 2020Reducing the availability of prescription drugs is one of the main goals in the fight against the prescription drug abuse epidemic, particularly among teenagers. One security company is even working on biometric technology to help secure prescription medications and prevent teen drug abuse. Availability has been one of the primary factors driving prescription drug abuse…
Teens Abusing ADHD Medications Addiction, Drug Addiction, Teen Drug AddictionBy The Right StepJanuary 25, 2020Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a commonly diagnosed disorder in young people, especially young boys. Kids with ADHD have a real struggle to face. For instance, they have a hard time controlling their impulses. They don’t always behave in socially appropriate ways. They are hyper and can’t sit still or focus, listen to…
Finding the Right Detox for Your Child RecoveryBy The Right StepJanuary 23, 2020When a teenage or young adult child has a problem with alcohol or drugs, it can cause parents to experience anger, fear and disappointment. Dealing with an addiction problem for any member of the family can be confusing and overwhelming, but when the addict is your child, it may feel even more so. It’s important…
