Psychiatrist Vs Therapist: What’s the Difference? Addiction, Addiction Recovery, adolescent addiction treatmentBy The Right StepApril 27, 2020What type of mental health professional is right for you? That may seem like a simple question, but in fact, it can be very complex to answer. A key difference you may see in psychiatrist vs therapist discussions, where many drug and alcohol treatment programs offer one or the other. Sometimes, these terms are used interchangeably, including…
What Is an Addiction Specialist and Why Do You Need One? Addiction, adolescent addiction treatment, Teen TreatmentBy The Right StepApril 18, 2020Finding the right type of help when you are facing addiction isn’t always simple. There are many programs available and numerous styles of treatment out there. How do you know what’s best for you? What is an addiction specialist able to offer to you? At The Right Step, we believe in providing high-level care in…
A Parent’s Role in Adolescent Addiction Addiction, adolescent addiction treatment, Teen Drinking, Teen Substance Abuse, Teen TreatmentBy The Right StepApril 17, 2020Everywhere that adolescents look on television, on billboards, in magazines, on the Internet, and the radio, they see messages about alcohol, sex, and drugs. They are constantly being exposed to these messages and are impacted by what they see, read, and hear. The things adolescents see in their every day lives may negatively affect their…
Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Alcohol and Drug Addiction Rehab 12 Step, Addiction, Addiction Recovery, adolescent addiction treatment, Adolescents, Teen TreatmentBy The Right StepApril 17, 2020For adolescents, living a normal life is important. When a teen is taking the steps toward alcohol and drug addiction recovery, maintaining a structured, sober lifestyle plays a key role in their success and recovery. When adolescents become addicted to alcohol or drugs, it is important that they learn how to live fulfilling lives that…
The Dangers of Heavy Drinking in College adolescent addiction treatment, Adolescents, alcohol and drug addiction, Teen Drinking, TeensBy The Right StepApril 17, 2020College kids have been drinking more alcohol than is safe for many decades. However, the problem of college kids binging on alcohol is more recent and is a predictor for a number of difficulties down the road. Binge drinking is defined as four or more drinks in one sitting for a woman and five or…
Benefiting from Individualized Care for Addiction Addiction, adolescent addiction treatment, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepApril 16, 2020Addiction isn’t a very clean, easy-to-manage disease. There isn’t just one treatment plan right for everyone. Many people are benefiting from individualized care for addiction. That means they are receiving care that’s designed to address their specific needs. If you think this would help you, check out what we are doing at The Right Step…
Why Do I Need Alcohol Abuse Counseling? Addiction, adolescent addiction treatment, AlcoholismBy The Right StepApril 14, 2020You don’t have a drink in your hand all of the time. You show up to work and do your job. However, you may be wondering about this question: “Why do I need alcohol abuse counseling?” It’s a big question, especially if your loved ones are telling you that you need help. Alcohol is a…
Will I Need Extended Rehab Care or a Short Stay? Addiction, adolescent addiction treatment, Recovery, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepApril 12, 2020You know you need addiction treatment. You’re worried about what it may mean for the rest of your life. At The Right Step, we offer comprehensive treatment options, including programs that can help you right away. We often receive questions about this. “When will I need extended rehab care?” “How much time will it take…
Social Media, Teens, and Substance Abuse: What are the Connections? adolescent addiction treatment, Adolescents, Substance Abuse, Teen Mental Health, Teen Substance Abuse, Teen Treatment, TeensBy The Right StepMarch 28, 2020The connections between social media, teens, and substance abuse are often quite tight. Parents may not even realize that their children are taking lessons from social media stars. Even worse, they may be getting pressure from friends on social media to abuse drugs. This problem concerns us at The Right Step. As a result, we’ve decided…
Here’s What You Need to Look for In Rehab for Your Teen adolescent addiction treatment, Teen Drug Addiction, Teen Substance Abuse, Teen Treatment, TeensBy The Right StepFebruary 12, 2020Parenting addicted teens is the ultimate challenge for a mother or father. If you are facing this situation, you may feel helpless, alone or desperate to get your child well again. The best thing you can do for your addicted teen is to get him into treatment. Rehab facilities that are dedicated to helping patients…
