The goal of an addiction treatment program is to meet the needs of its clients so that they can maximize their recovery. In many cases, there are overlaps between men and women when it comes to addiction. Still, the differences are significant enough that both women and men can greatly benefit from gender-specific treatment. Women’s […]
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Is fentanyl an opioid? Yes, and it’s one of the most potent opioids available. Unfortunately, fentanyl abuse and addiction are surging, making it a leading cause of overdose deaths in the United States. According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), over 107,000 people lost their lives to drug overdoses in 2023, with opioids like
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Percocet® is a Schedule II controlled substance, but some people think it doesn’t pose serious addiction risks. Because it contains acetaminophen as well as oxycodone, 10 mg of Percocet® has a slightly lower percentage of the opioid than 10 mg of pure oxycodone, often sold by the brand name OxyContin®. However, it isn’t a good
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Have you heard the phrase, addiction is a family disease? The ripple effects of someone’s struggles with a substance use disorder (SUD) reach every member of the immediate family, which can include biological and chosen family. Loving someone who has an addiction is painful and challenging for many reasons. It is easy to feel trapped
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At The Right Step Houston, we understand that overcoming addiction requires more than just detoxing the body—it requires changing the mind. The efficacy of behavioral therapy for addiction treatment lies in its ability to help you shift your thinking to change your reactions, actions, and behavior. Often considered the go-to strategy for helping people with
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From its synthesis from the South American coca plant in the mid-19th century, cocaine has captivated people across all levels of society. It was initially used in medical applications and lauded by people like Sigmund Freud for its benefits in lifting mood in his melancholic patients. It was readily available in over-the-counter (OTC) tonics and
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In the United States, alcohol is legal and readily available to anyone over 21. People drink to celebrate, relax, and socialize, meaning that the presence and use of alcohol are normalized in our society. Moderate drinking poses no significant issues. But how do you know if your alcohol use has entered the realm of abuse?
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The stigma around mental health is pervasive and, unfortunately, a serious barrier to care for the people who need it. May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to focus on breaking the stigma around mental health and addiction. These are illnesses, not personal shortcomings, and fostering understanding and compassion is crucial. At The Right Step
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As interest in ketamine rises for both medical and recreational use, the risk of misuse grows alongside it. Understanding the side effects of ketamine use and the signs of ketamine abuse is an essential first step in protecting your health or helping someone else. You’re not alone—and you’re not without options—if you or someone you
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The term “opioid” refers to a wide range of substances, including natural opiates derived from the opium poppy plant (Papaver somniferum) and synthetic drugs like fentanyl and oxycodone, which scientists create in laboratories. They all bind with the same opioid receptors in the brain and have similar effects. The main difference among the various opioids
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