Are 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 […]
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Over 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
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The 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
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Addiction isn’t a very clean, easy-to-manage disease. There isn’t just one treatment plan right for everyone. Many people are benefiting from individualized care for addiction. That means they are receiving care that’s designed to address their specific needs. If you
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Can mindfulness meditation work for addiction treatment? Can it fix the substance use disorder you’re struggling with? For some people, the answer is yes, it can compliment addiction treatment and support you on healing. Yet, it’s critical to use it
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Contemplating 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?
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Amy 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”
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If you’re living with an addict, you probably have more than a few horror stories to share. Your life has undoubtedly been filled with stress and uncertainty as you watch someone you love spiral into addiction. Living with an alcoholic
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What happens after completion of rehab is critical to successful, long-term recovery from a drug or alcohol addiction. As many as 40% to 60% of patients treated for alcohol or another chemical dependency go back to using their drug(s) of
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This is the third in a five-part series on “Finding Addiction Treatment That Works.” Read “Part One” and “Part Two.“ Finding addiction treatment that works — “evidence-based treatment” — requires knowing what medical interventions you cannot do without. Addiction, after
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