Studies show that the vast majority of illegal drugs may harm your heart. The cardiovascular effects of abusing drugs can range from an abnormal heart rate to a fatal heart attack. Sadly, drug abuse and heart failure often go hand-in-hand, so finding the substance abuse treatment program that works for you is critical. Contact The …
It’s a common question that we often hear from our patients and one that you might ask as you research how, when, and where you will begin your recovery from substance abuse: Can you work while in rehab? Some people work full-time while overcoming a substance use disorder (SUD). This means that a substance abuse …
Anger is an intense but entirely normal emotion when something goes wrong or after someone has done you wrong or disappointed you. Conversely, aggression is the range of behaviors resulting in physical and psychological harm to yourself, others, or things. Drinking alcohol can make a person act in ways they wouldn’t normally, including being angry …
If you’re struggling with addiction, you may feel like there’s nowhere to turn. But there is help available, even in small towns like Katy. Did you know that alcohol abuse in Katy is a growing problem? In fact, it’s one of the leading causes of death among adults in the area.1 But there is hope. …
If you’re getting ready to start inpatient addiction treatment, you may wonder what you should bring. It’s always best to ask the admissions specialists handling your case about any restrictions or requirements regarding what you can bring into their rehab center. At The Right Step Houston, we allow patients to bring in a few personal …
What is perfectionism? Perfectionism is a refusal or inability to accept anything less than perfect, depending on who you ask. It is the attitude of expecting an impossible standard from everyone, including oneself. Maintaining this standard is aggravating and stressful, and correlates highly with mental health disorders like anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Unfortunately, any group …
Life after addiction will never be exactly like before, but that’s true of any life-changing experience. What matters is whether people leaving rehab walk away with enough fortitude and awareness to stop addiction before it starts. While it’s hard to determine how many people relapse after rehab, estimates put the figure at anywhere between 40% …
In the current digital age, people have 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 on social media, it can also be …
A residential rehab should feel like a home away from home, with plenty of activities and socializing to help keep patients engaged in their treatment. Such activities should provide patients with tactile and positive experiences to help them feel good about themselves and their treatment progress. When patients feel good about themselves, they are more …
Is stigma preventing you from seeking addiction recovery options? When it comes to substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, addiction stigma often labels an individual unfairly and prolongs or even prevents a move toward recovery and improving one’s life. Learn how The Right Step Houston can help individuals struggling with SUDs show up for themselves despite …