Local Inpatient vs. Outpatient Rehab RecoveryBy The Right StepFebruary 23, 2017The decision to get help for drug and alcohol addiction is the first and often the hardest step on the road to recovery. The next decision that has to be made is whether to get help from inpatient or outpatient rehab centers. Both types of rehab centers are available locally, and both have advantages and…
How Do Codependent Behaviors Develop? Mental HealthBy The Right StepFebruary 22, 2017Your partner or family member has finally gotten into treatment for substance abuse issues — congratulations! Right about now you must be wondering why you keep hearing about codependent behaviors. Isn’t your partner’s use of alcohol or drugs the issue here?
Cocaine Addiction in Teens Teen Drug AddictionBy The Right StepFebruary 21, 2017A small but significant number of American teenagers use the illegal stimulant drug cocaine at least once a year. Unfortunately, exposure to cocaine (or any other drug) at this age can disrupt the natural course of brain growth and development. One of the potential consequences of this altered brain function is an increased chance of…
Co-Occurring Disorders in the LGBTQ Community LGBTBy The Right StepFebruary 19, 2017Co-occurring disorders is a term used to describe cases of diagnosable substance problems that overlap with separate diagnosable mental illnesses. Researchers sometimes use the term “dual diagnosis” to describe these overlapping issues. Unfortunately, members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community have significantly increased chances of experiencing co-occurring disorders. This is true,…
Leaving an Alcoholic Spouse: When Is it Time to Go? AlcoholismBy The Right StepFebruary 18, 2017Living with an alcoholic spouse can feel hopeless. It can take over your life. You may find yourself playing the role of “fixer,” constantly picking up their messes. Alcoholics often leave a trail of broken promises and relationships as well as financial issues in their wake. You may be living with physical or emotional abuse.…
Drug Detox and Saunas: Can You Sweat Out Drug Toxins? DetoxificationBy The Right StepFebruary 17, 2017Withdrawal is an uncomfortable process, and it can sometimes take days for your body to do a thorough drug detox and for cravings to cease. If it were quick and painless to quit drugs, very few people would have addictions. Instead, drug detox, withdrawal and cravings hold people back.
Five Side Effects of Being Addicted to Oxycodone Drug AbuseBy The Right StepFebruary 16, 2017While all types of drug addiction are difficult to overcome, oxycodone addiction can be a nightmare for those who become this painkiller’s unwitting victims. It may seem ironic to speak of painkillers creating victims, but that’s exactly what happens to people who abuse oxycodone by using it differently than prescribed.
Social Media Addiction Help AddictionBy The Right StepFebruary 15, 2017Social media has a way of sucking people into a constant loop of hitting refresh to check for new stories, comments or notifications. It’s easy to mindlessly browse social media during a lunch break at work, and social media sites might even be the first sites many of us automatically type into a web browser…
How to Talk to Your Teen About Prescription Drug Abuse Drug AbuseBy The Right StepFebruary 15, 2017There is no one-size-fits-all way to prevent teenage prescription drug abuse, but there are things you can do to help your teen make smart choices. Start a conversation with your teen about prescription drug abuse and get to know your child’s perspective on the issue.
Differences Between Residential Drug Treatment Centers for Teens and Adults Alcohol and Drug TreatmentBy The Right StepFebruary 13, 2017The differences between the needs of teenagers and adults are obvious, but what are the differences between a residential treatment center for teens and one for adults? Because teenagers’ brains are still in development, special attention must be given during treatment. Many times teenaged addicts and alcoholics are exceptionally rebellious and defiant so they require…
