3 Things to Remember When Sobriety Feels ImpossibleUncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneDecember 29, 2020Starting 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 TimesUncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneDecember 15, 2020What 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 SoberUncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneOctober 29, 2020Addiction 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 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… Details
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… Details
What is Polysubstance Abuse?Alcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Substance AbuseBy Right Step HoustonJuly 29, 2020When 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 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.… Details
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… Details
The Dangers of Wine Mom CultureAlcohol Addiction, Alcohol Treatment, Substance AbuseBy Right Step HoustonJuly 15, 2020Throughout American society, you might hear references to wine mom culture. Unfortunately, these references are also normalizing the alcoholism from which many moms are suffering. Catchphrases include, “I wine because my kinds whine,” or “Mommy juice.” Either way, these phrases emblazoned on coffee mugs, tote bags, and wine glasses are dangerous promotions of wine mom… Details
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… Details
