Is Alcohol a Depressant? More About Central Nervous System DrugsAlcoholism, Depression, Mental HealthBy The Right StepJuly 24, 2020Is alcohol a depressant? Depressants are part of a class of drugs that work upon your central nervous system to slow down your body’s processes and make you feel calmer and more relaxed. Alcohol does this well, which is part of the reason it can become highly habit-forming. Everyone wants to feel happy and relaxed.…
Am I Struggling With Addiction? Finding the Answer to this Painful QuestionAddiction, Addiction Recovery, AlcoholismBy The Right StepJuly 21, 2020Do you ever wonder if you are struggling with addiction? If you are worried you could have a substance use disorder, you may ask yourself this question more than once. Millions of Americans use drugs and alcohol to help them cope with the stresses of everyday life. If you turn to alcohol or drugs to…
Drinking and Social Media: 4 Tips for Guarding Your RecoveryAddiction, alcohol and drug addiction, Teen DrinkingBy The Right StepJuly 18, 2020If you are in recovery from drug or alcohol use disorder, triggers hold a lot of power. A trigger can be a smell, a song, or the sound of ice clinking in a glass. It can also be a social media post that depicts a cold can of beer or friends gathered around a fire…
Wine Mom Culture: Funny or Just Dangerous?UncategorizedBy The Right StepJuly 17, 2020Wine mom culture is pervasive in the 21st century. It is a common thread that runs through television commercials, social media posts, and online ads. It is acceptable and encouraged for moms to drink wine as they cook dinner for their families or suffer through another holiday event with the in-laws. Wine mom culture is…
Why Mixing Benzos and Alcohol Is a Really Bad IdeaAddiction, alcohol and drug addiction, Substance AbuseBy The Right StepJuly 16, 2020Benzodiazepine drugs are used to treat such conditions such as anxiety, sleep disorder, seizures, and more. They work by relaxing your nervous system and sending calming messages to your brain. This slows your heart rate, lowers your blood pressure, and makes you feel mellow and serene. Alone, benzos can be hugely helpful in treating anxiety and…
Get to Know the Dangers of Mixing Substances Before It’s Too LateAddiction, alcohol and drug addiction, AlcoholismBy The Right StepJuly 15, 2020Prescription drugs seem safe to many people because they have been legally prescribed by a physician. However, if you take your prescription medication in ways not intended, you can become seriously ill. Combining medications, even those prescribed to you, can have lifelong repercussions. Some dangers of mixing substances can even be fatal. If you routinely combine medications…
Why Quitting Binge Drinking Cold Turkey Isn’t Effectivealcohol and drug addictionBy The Right StepJuly 12, 2020Binge drinking is a pattern of consuming a large amount of alcohol in a short amount of time. This type of alcohol use disorder may not involve physical dependence on alcohol. However, it can still lead to a lot of unpleasant and unintended consequences, such as accidents, violence, health problems, or job loss. You may…
Quarantined with an Alcoholic SpouseAddiction, Addiction Recovery, AlcoholismBy The Right StepJune 11, 2020Living with an alcoholic partner is difficult on any day, and even more so when you are quarantined with an alcoholic spouse. There are ways to cope with being quarantined with an alcoholic spouse. There is help for the individual with an alcohol use disorder and help for family members. This is true even in…
How to Fill Your Time Sober in Quarantinealcohol 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.…
Staying Sober During CoronavirusAddiction, 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…
