The Importance of DBT in Substance Abuse TreatmentDrug Addiction Treatment, Rehab, Substance AbuseBy Chrissy PetroneMarch 9, 2021DBT. Ah, the elusive acronym. Ever find yourself in the middle of a conversation nodding your head along to phrases like “Send a QFE to the BCD, ASAP, will ya?” Okay, so maybe that’s an exaggeration, but the feeling remains. Before we agree to do something, we’d like to get our heads around that…
CBT Plays Large Role in Substance Abuse TreatmentAlcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Mental Health Treatment, Rehab, Substance AbuseBy Chrissy PetroneMarch 2, 2021When you finally take that brave, bold step toward substance abuse treatment and recovery, you want to know you’re walking in the right direction. Who wouldn’t? When you enter treatment for addiction, you’re giving your time and effort as an investment. And we’re right there with you in saying we hope it’s an investment…
What Are My Options For Substance Abuse Treatment?Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction Treatment, Mental Health Treatment, Rehab, Substance AbuseBy Chrissy PetroneFebruary 16, 2021Expectations matter – especially when considering a substance abuse treatment center. When we know what’s to come, we can set our mind to the task at hand. We can prepare to work hard, practice patience or all sorts of things in between. Expectations also offer hope. The reward becomes easier to imagine and…
Overcoming Addiction: Age is just a numberAlcohol Addiction, Alcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Mental Health Treatment, RehabBy Chrissy PetroneFebruary 2, 2021We’ll get straight to the point: do not let your age stop you from getting addiction treatment! We’ve all heard the saying, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” Maybe you’ve even said it yourself a time or two. Thankfully, like plenty of other crabby-clichés, just because we’ve all heard it before doesn’t make it…
Drug Addiction Treatment: Healing MethodsDrug Addiction Treatment, Mental Health Treatment, Rehab, Substance AbuseBy Chrissy PetroneSeptember 29, 2020Before 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…
What to Look For in A Drug Addiction Treatment CenterDrug Addiction Treatment, Mental Health Treatment, RehabBy Chrissy PetroneSeptember 15, 2020Choosing 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…
The Dangers of Mixing Benzos and AlcoholAlcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Rehab, Substance AbuseBy Right Step HoustonJuly 22, 2020When 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.…
Understanding the Dangers of Mixing SubstancesAlcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, RehabBy Right Step HoustonJuly 17, 2020Many 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…
The Correlation Between Drinking and Social MediaAlcohol Addiction, Alcohol Treatment, RehabBy Right Step HoustonJuly 8, 2020It is no mystery that we are living in the digital age, including having access to several social media platforms. While these are excellent opportunities to connect with friends and loved ones, there is also a correlation between drinking and social media that you might not understand. While there are many opportunities to find support…
Top 3 Benefits of an Alumni ProgramAlcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Rehab, Substance AbuseBy Right Step HoustonJuly 1, 2020Beyond that of connecting with your support network, the benefits of an alumni program are much more than that. Maintaining these connections creates not only a safety net that protects your sobriety. After recovery, you are learning how to live without being dependent on a substance. You are also learning how to cope with the…
