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…
The Benefits of Group Therapy to Recovery Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Alcohol and Drug Treatment, Psychology, Recovery, RelationshipsBy The Right StepMarch 11, 2020Contemplating joining a group therapy session can be terrifying, especially for people dealing with an anxiety disorder. Talking about your deepest issues and biggest mistakes is a daunting prospect. What could you possibly have to gain by putting yourself through that experience? There are many benefits of group therapy that prove helpful to those looking to build…
Signs of Codependency Addiction, Psychology, Recovery, RelationshipsBy The Right StepMarch 4, 2020Living with someone who has an addiction to drugs or alcohol is never easy. Regardless of how many times you have tried to make it work, you may find yourself ignoring your needs so that you can make life easier for the person who has the addiction. As a result, you may start to exhibit…
Addiction Treatment Works Best When Family’s Involved Addiction, Alcohol and Drug Treatment, RelationshipsBy The Right StepFebruary 14, 2020Amy sits nervously in the center of a group circle made up of recovering addicts and their loved ones to read aloud a letter she has written to her family. This is Amy’s first time to share a “Family Letter” in the weekly group sessions attended by her fellow addicts in recovery and their significant…
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…
How to Live with a Love Addict Addiction, Love Addiction, RelationshipsBy The Right StepJanuary 11, 2020Living with a love addict isn’t easy. Your partner may have a lot of unrealistic expectations of you. She may be too needy or obsessed with romance. Maybe she spends more time with her romance novels and romantic movies than with you. The challenges of living with and loving a love addict are serious, but…
The Importance of Support Groups for Families of Drug Addicts Addiction Recovery, Blog, Recovery, RelationshipsBy The Right StepNovember 5, 2019A family therapy program TX residents need, will address many areas of addiction. Support groups for families of drug addicts must recognize the relationship between the person battling addiction and those who love them. A good recovery program will understand the role family plays in addiction, recovery, and sobriety. Support for relatives of addicts is…
Psychological Effects of Covert Incest Relationships, Sex AddictionBy The Right StepDecember 28, 2017Individuals often seek out intimacy disorder treatment after experiencing sex addiction or being the victim of sexual abuse such as overt or covert incest. There is no doubt that sexual abuse involving physical contact can have extremely harmful effects on a child or adult; but what about when there is no physical contact?
How to Help a Violent, Alcoholic Husband Alcoholics Anonymous, RelationshipsBy The Right StepDecember 27, 2017You love him. You hate him. He’s warm and kind and then out of nowhere, he’s violent and terrifying. Figuring out how to help an alcoholic husband, especially when he is also prone to losing his temper, can be very difficult and dangerous.
The Benefits of Travel: Travel & Relationships RelationshipsBy The Right StepAugust 14, 2017There’s nothing like a vacation to rekindle a romance. If you haven’t experienced this magical effect firsthand, a recent survey by the U.S. Travel Association on travel and relationships leaves no doubt. According to the organization, 79% of couples said traveling together had strengthened their relationship while 63% said traveling helps couples stay together longer.
