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.…
What Are the Most Commonly Used Drugs in San Antonio? Addiction Recovery, Drug Abuse, Drug Addiction, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepJune 6, 2020The most recent drug abuse statistics in San Antonio reveal some changes in patterns of usage. Drugs illegally imported from Mexico have transformed local markets. This has led to increases in drug consumption overall. Three drugs, in particular, have seen use levels spike in the San Antonio area. These drugs include marijuana, methamphetamine, and heroin.…
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 Substance & Process Addictions Differ Addiction, Detox, Recovery, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepJune 1, 2020The differences between substance addiction and process addiction are substantial. Most people have never heard the term “process addiction” and erroneously assume it is the same as substance addiction. The truth is that there are some substantial differences between substance and process addictions. The Right Step is here to help you understand what you need…
Statistics on Substance Abuse: Understanding the Scope of Addiction Addiction, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepMay 29, 2020When addiction happens at home, you are facing a life-challenging situation. You need to seek help. Yet, as you are trying to understand how this happened and what can be done about it, consider a few key statistics on substance abuse. When you do, you will see just how worrisome the current trend is. At…
What Is Lean Drug and Why Should You Care? Addiction, Drug Abuse, Drug Addiction, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepApril 29, 2020Have you heard of purple drank? What is a lean drug? These are terms that are now being used rather commonly in younger people. If you are hearing them, or if you are using them, it may be time to seek out the drug and alcohol treatment you need. At The Right Step, we have…
