Life after drug rehab may seem uncertain and overwhelming. However, by understanding the challenges that most recovering addicts face after a successful stay at a drug rehab facility, you can make preparations to set yourself up for success when you […]
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It is easy to become overwhelmed when you undergo addiction treatment and begin your journey to recovery. Every day in inpatient rehab is packed with individual counseling and group therapy sessions, along with alternative modalities or experiential therapy sessions —
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By Jennifer (who asked that her last name be withheld) My dog gives me so much comfort and companionship, and accepts me for who I am … when I’m sober. I got Bodie as a puppy and we have had
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Use of social media is extremely common in America, especially among young people who have grown up in a digitally connected world. Unfortunately, a number of social media users develop dysfunctional patterns of behavior that point to a form of
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Motor vehicle crashes rank among the top causes of death in the U.S. Sleepy driving is the leading or contributing factor in 21% of fatal crashes, according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The research also finds that drivers
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For many, mental health and addiction issues are daunting; limiting quality of life and creating an environment of shame. When symptoms manifest, sometimes only the individual and those in their immediate circles are aware that they exist. Fear arises when
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If you have recently completed drug rehab in Dallas or an addiction treatment program in the Dallas area — either at The Right Step or another drug rehab facility — now would be a great time to volunteer in the
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How to help an addict in recovery is the topmost concern of friends and family. We all want to see our loved ones be healthy, happy and successful in their recovery. But what does that look like?
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Significant numbers of Americans get rapidly intoxicated every day by going on short-term alcohol binges. In Texas, which is the state with the highest number of alcohol-related traffic deaths, binge drinking has very real consequences. Let’s examine the latest available
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When it comes to alcohol abuse prevention, binge drinking is at the top of the list of serious health concerns. Binge drinking occurs when an individual consumes a large number of drinks in a short amount of time. Normally this
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