Do I Need Binge Drinking Treatment? Addiction, alcohol and drug addiction, Alcoholism, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepJune 12, 2020Binge drinking is a pattern of drinking where you consume a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time. For most people, this means consuming four or five drinks in a couple of hours. Binge drinking does not always lead to alcohol dependence. However, it can still lead to serious problems concerning your…
What Are the Warning Signs of Relapse for Drug Users? alcohol and drug addiction, Drug Abuse, Recovery, Substance Abuse, TestimonialsBy The Right StepJune 10, 2020A substantial number of people who go into a drug center program in Texas will relapse back into active substance use at least once before they establish lasting sobriety. A drug abuse relapse does not generally appear out of the blue. In fact, several emotional and psychological warning signs typically appear before actual substance intake…
The Signs of Substance Use Disorder alcohol and drug addiction, Drug Abuse, Drug Addiction, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepJune 8, 2020Public health specialists, doctors, and experts divide addictive substances into two broad categories when discussing the signs of substance use disorder. These categories include drugs (including prescription medications) and alcohol. The core signs of addiction for all of these substances are essentially the same. They define the presence of a diagnosable condition called substance use…
How to Fill Your Time Sober in Quarantine alcohol and drug addiction, Alcoholism, Mental Health, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepJune 6, 2020Are you wondering how you are supposed to fill your time sober in quarantine? Perhaps you know that you need a comprehensive treatment program. The Right Step continues serving clients in need of treatment during the coronavirus pandemic. A difficult task for individuals in recovery is how to fill your time sober during this quarantine.…
The Cost of Binge Drinking Addiction, alcohol and drug addiction, Alcohol and Drug Treatment, Alcoholism, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepJune 4, 2020Over half of the alcohol consumed in the U.S. is done so as part of a binge drinking session. Additionally, about one in six adults binge drinks regularly. Regular binge drinking could be a sign of a problem. Therefore, finding binge drinking treatment to help you regain control is crucial. You may not realize how…
Staying Sober During Coronavirus Addiction, Addiction Recovery, alcohol and drug addiction, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepJune 1, 2020The social distancing, quarantines, business closures, and other actions taken because of the coronavirus present special challenges for individuals in recovery. The staff at The Right Step recognize the issues that you have with isolation, anxiety, and the possibility of substance use during this pandemic situation. There are ways to stay sober during coronavirus and…
How to Stop Drug Abuse Addiction Recovery, alcohol and drug addiction, Drug Abuse, Drug AddictionBy The Right StepMay 22, 2020Learning how to stop drug abuse in your home and within your family can be challenging. One of the most important decisions to make is knowing when to seek help. Drugs change the way the brain works, making it nearly impossible for a person to stop using the drugs on his or her own. That…
Drinking and Driving: Know the Risks and Recognize the Need for Help alcohol and drug addiction, AlcoholismBy The Right StepMay 1, 2020Drinking and driving is an established high-risk behavior because it puts so many people in danger. Why do so many people do it, then? For those who use alcohol on a consistent basis, alcohol use disorder may be present even if they do not believe there is a problem. At The Right Step, a key…
Codependency and Drug Abuse Addiction, alcohol and drug addiction, Psychology, RelationshipsBy The Right StepApril 17, 2020Codependency is a term that describes a double-sided relationship in which one person enables and the other controls. This relationship can happen between just two people, such as in the husband/wife relationship. However, sometimes, it can be seen in the family unit as a whole. When a loved one has a drug or alcohol abuse…
On the Job Stress May Lead to Substance Abuse alcohol and drug addiction, Mental Health, SocietyBy The Right StepApril 17, 2020There are many factors that contribute to a person’s risk for addiction and substance abuse. Genetics may be one factor. A family history of substance abuse does not determine that a person will wind up in some form of addiction, but studies reveal that heredity can be a contributing factor. Another factor that leads to…
