3 Tell Tale Signs of Binge Drinking AlcoholismBy The Right StepMarch 8, 2017By Cathy Habas You really like drinking, but there’s a little flicker of doubt in your mind about whether you’re going overboard. Binge drinking is real. It is a sign of alcoholism, and it has the potential to ruin your career, finances, relationships and health. This dangerous practice may even claim your life. Fortunately, if… Details
3 Myths of Alcohol Relapse AlcoholismBy The Right StepMarch 8, 2017Relapse during recovery from alcoholism is common, but that doesn’t make it any less frightening to witness. When someone you care about experiences alcoholic relapse, how to help becomes your primary concern. First you want to help them regain control of their drinking, and then you want to do everything in your power to make… Details
Ambien Addiction in Women Drug AddictionBy The Right StepMarch 6, 2017While it is still not talked about much, Ambien addiction is a growing problem among the American adult population. Because of differences in the way they metabolize the drug, women are especially vulnerable to Ambien dependency, and many women are taking unsafe doses of the drug in a futile attempt to conquer their insomnia.
Psychodrama for Teens Suffering From Addiction TeensBy The Right StepMarch 1, 2017With so many approaches to tackling the problem of addiction in teens and adults, finding the most appropriate modality can be challenging. Psychodrama for addiction might not sound like a serious approach to the issue, because there is a temptation to dismiss it as “play-acting.” However, for teens in particular, the methods employed in psychodrama… Details
Prescription Drug Abuse Statistics in Tennessee Alcohol and Drug NewsBy The Right StepFebruary 28, 2017If you’re a Tennessee resident, you may be interested to know the prescription drug abuse statistics for your area. Prescription drug abuse is on the rise in the United States, but every state, county and neighborhood deals with varying degrees of the problem. Here’s what you need to know about prescription drug abuse statistics in… Details
Non-Narcotic Pain Medication in Development in Dallas RecoveryBy The Right StepFebruary 27, 2017In 2015, an estimated 119 million Americans were prescribed some form of psychotherapeutic drug, such as an antidepressant, stimulant, painkiller or tranquilizer. Of this population, 16 million reported abusing prescription painkillers alone. Since 2000, the death rates attributed to opioid overdoses have quadrupled. It is imperative that research and development of non-narcotic pain medication progress… Details
Music Therapy for Teens Suffering From Addiction | The Right Step Teen Drug Addiction, TeensBy The Right StepFebruary 26, 2017Compared to recent generations, teenagers today are increasingly less likely to drink alcohol, smoke cigarettes or abuse several kinds of drugs and medications. Still, teens all across the country continue to develop serious substance problems, up to and including addiction. For a number of reasons, substance treatment facilities must find ways to tailor their programs… Details
Motivational Interviewing for Teens Suffering From Addiction Addiction, Teen Drug AddictionBy The Right StepFebruary 25, 2017Talking with teens can be tricky at best. If they perceive judgment, they’ll shut down faster than you can say “Snapchat.” Using an interview technique called motivational interviewing, professionals and family members can find ways to talk with teens, even about difficult subjects — including addiction — without triggering the shut-down response.
Most Commonly Abused Prescription Drugs Drug AbuseBy The Right StepFebruary 24, 2017In 2015, the misuse of prescription psychotherapeutic drugs was second only to marijuana as the most prevalent illicit drug use problem in the U.S. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), prescription psychotherapeutics include painkillers, tranquilizers, stimulants and sedatives. But what are the most abused prescription drugs?
Local Inpatient vs. Outpatient Rehab RecoveryBy The Right StepFebruary 23, 2017The decision to get help for drug and alcohol addiction is the first and often the hardest step on the road to recovery. The next decision that has to be made is whether to get help from inpatient or outpatient rehab centers. Both types of rehab centers are available locally, and both have advantages and… Details
