Is It Too Late To Get Addiction Help? UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneJanuary 19, 2021Leave a commentRock bottom. A place none of us hope to see. And also: the spot from which we can only go up. After all, rock bottom is said to be where many people struggling with addiction finally reach out for help. They enter treatment, go through detox and begin a life of recovery. But what if… Details
Are You Ready To Get Addiction Help? UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneJanuary 12, 2021Leave a commentThe first step of change can be the hardest, especially with addiction treatment. You may not be ready to face the emotions hidden by your addiction. When you aren’t sure how to cope, your addiction can feel like a comfort blanket. Treatment may seem too big to think about, but it’s a path for… Details
3 Things to Remember When Sobriety Feels Impossible UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneDecember 29, 2020Leave a commentStarting out another year singing the shoulda coulda wouldas of sobriety? You’re not alone. Getting sober is no easy task. It requires commitment on your part and support from others. And that’s what we’re here for! Participating in treatment might just be the thing that moves sobriety out of the realm of impossible into the… Details
How To Get Sober During Difficult Times UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneDecember 15, 2020Leave a commentWhat a year. Let’s revisit the collective roller coaster of 2020: Tiger King marathon followed by two weeks of total isolation Learning to look for the good followed by job insecurity or loss Gratitude for health followed by the tensest presidential election ever And it seems like the hits just keep coming. … Details
How Family Plays A Part In Getting Sober UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneOctober 29, 2020Leave a commentAddiction seems like an individual problem, doesn’t it? Logic says that it’s one person’s issue to deal with because it’s that one person who has an addiction. It makes perfect sense on the surface, but if we dig a bit deeper into that individual’s life, personal connections, history, and circumstances, it becomes clear that addiction… Details
Drug Addiction Treatment: Healing Methods Drug Addiction Treatment, Mental Health Treatment, Rehab, Substance AbuseBy Chrissy PetroneSeptember 29, 2020Leave a commentBefore you or your loved one enter a drug addiction treatment center, it is helpful to familiarize yourself with the different approaches used to find healing from substance use disorders. There are many models to choose from whether it be evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), group therapy… Details
What to Look For in A Drug Addiction Treatment Center Drug Addiction Treatment, Mental Health Treatment, RehabBy Chrissy PetroneSeptember 15, 2020Leave a commentChoosing a drug addiction treatment center in Houston can feel so overwhelming. In 2018, the U.S. had nearly 15,000 rehab facilities in operation, all of them offering hope in one form or another. It’s no wonder it can be a challenge to determine the best place for you or your loved one to get the… Details
What is Polysubstance Abuse? Alcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Substance AbuseBy Right Step HoustonJuly 29, 2020Leave a commentWhen someone is struggling with an addiction, it is not uncommon to hear the term, polysubstance abuse. That could also lead you to wonder, “what is polysubstance abuse?” When an individual is using and abusing more than one substance, polysubstance abuse is the definition of that disorder. Those who are suffering from addiction to more… Details
The Dangers of Mixing Benzos and Alcohol Alcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Rehab, Substance AbuseBy Right Step HoustonJuly 22, 2020Leave a commentWhen you need treatment for an anxiety-related condition, that is when you might receive a prescription for benzodiazepines (benzos). Like many other medications, there is documentation that you receive regarding the dangers of mixing benzos with alcohol. Due to the interactions between benzos and alcohol, those who mix the two could face severe health risks.… Details
Understanding the Dangers of Mixing Substances Alcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, RehabBy Right Step HoustonJuly 17, 2020Leave a commentMany understand that mixing drugs and alcohol is not a good idea. However, some are not aware of the dangers of mixing substances. There are several reasons why people mix substances, but doing so could lead to using higher dosages or a more frequent dose than what the prescription recommends. Some people might use prescription… Details
