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… Details
Coping with Loneliness During Quarantine Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health, Teen Mental HealthBy The Right StepJune 8, 2020Are you having trouble coping with loneliness during the quarantine? There are many restrictions that have disrupted our daily lives as a result of the pandemic. Loneliness imposes several risks to both your physical and mental health. Coping with loneliness is not always easy for some people. It is especially difficult for those individuals who… Details
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… Details
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.… Details
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.… Details
Coping with Isolation During Coronavirus Depression, Mental Health, TraumaBy The Right StepJune 4, 2020Staying safe during the coronavirus likely leads people to think about protecting themselves from the physical effects of COVID-19. There are signs and symptoms that go beyond the physical symptoms often discussed by the government and the media. There are emotional and mental health issues that people face while coping with isolation during coronavirus. The… Details
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… Details
Anxiety During A Pandemic Anxiety, Depression, Mental HealthBy The Right StepJune 2, 2020Right now, the world is facing a tremendously difficult scenario, and many people are having anxiety during this time. Stock markets have dropped, a pandemic is causing sickness and death, and empty grocery store shelves evoke significant anxiety. If you are somebody who deals with drug abuse, alcohol abuse, depression, anxiety, or another mental health… Details
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… Details
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… Details
