Risk of Alcohol Abuse Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Treatment, RehabBy Right Step HoustonMay 5, 2020Leave a commentDrinking beer, wine or other alcoholic beverages is a rite of passage in our society. Many young people look forward to their 21st birthdays because they can now purchase alcohol legally. But as we’ve all learned, far too painfully, alcohol can become a problem, and not just for young people. And when it does become… Details
What is An Addiction Specialist? Rehab, Substance AbuseBy Right Step HoustonMay 1, 2020Leave a commentSubstance abuse turns your life upside down. You find yourself in a position where drugs or alcohol become the most important thing in your life. It causes problems with work, health, and relationships. If you’ve been considering treatment, you might be asking, “What is an addiction specialist?” Addiction specialists apply their expertise through hospitals, doctor’s… Details
Why Do I Need Alcohol Abuse Counseling? Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol TreatmentBy Right Step HoustonApril 29, 2020Leave a comment“Why do I need alcohol abuse counseling?” It’s a painful question, both to ask and to answer. But it can also be helpful — a signal that someone has hit bottom and may be ready to seek professional help. At a minimum, the question of “why do I need alcohol abuse counseling” presents an opportunity… Details
How to Stop Drug Abuse Drug Addiction Treatment, Substance AbuseBy Right Step HoustonApril 22, 2020Leave a commentLife’s pressures can lead us down the wrong road. To alleviate the stress and strain, sometimes we turn to drugs. And then the problems start — health, family, finances, work. Have you ever wished we could learn how to stop drug abuse? Public health officials and researchers have been working towards that goal for many… Details
Will I Need Extended Rehab Care? Alcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, RehabBy Right Step HoustonApril 17, 2020Leave a commentFighting through substance abuse is a little like riding a roller coaster. Addiction is properly classified as a disease, and sometimes doesn’t respond to treatment immediately, requiring several attempts before making progress. Given this reality, you might be wondering, “will I need extended rehab care?” With a relapse rate of 40 to 60 percent in… Details
How to Help an Addict Drug Addiction Treatment, RehabBy Right Step HoustonApril 17, 2020Leave a commentWitnessing a friend or family member descend into addiction can be excruciating. You want to guide your loved one back from the depths. Learning how to help an addict can make a significant difference, both for you and for them. Even then, due to factors beyond your control, it might not be possible. But knowing… Details
Does Mindfulness Meditation Work For Addiction? Alcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Substance AbuseBy Right Step HoustonApril 15, 2020Leave a commentDealing with an addiction problem is a challenge for many people. Finding adequate treatment is so critical so that healing can occur. The key to developing a treatment plan is to work side by side with an experienced team of professionals who understand what will work best for you. Mindfulness meditation is one therapy that… Details
Safety At Rehab Alcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, RehabBy Right Step HoustonApril 10, 2020Leave a commentLike the rest of the world, we are staying on top of news regarding the Coronavirus. More importantly, we are following the advice of the Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization and asking clients to do the same. As social distancing measures tighten to shelter-in-place directives in many areas, we will continue… Details
Do I Need THC Addiction Treatment? Drug Addiction Treatment, Substance Abuse, UncategorizedBy Right Step HoustonApril 8, 2020Leave a commentPeople who use marijuana either regularly or occasionally are at risk for addiction. As you probably know, tetrahydrocannabinol or THC is the main ingredient in this drug that results in people feeling high. THC is the substance that produces the euphoria. It can also make people feel relaxed and calm. It works on the brain… Details
Epidemic Vs. Pandemic and the Need to Get Sober Alcohol Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, RehabBy Right Step HoustonApril 3, 2020Leave a commentTo better understand an epidemic vs. pandemic, take a look at what is going on in the world with COVID-19, or the Coronavirus. What started as an epidemic in December 2019, has now become a worldwide pandemic. An epidemic occurs when a contained area begins to experience a disease all at once. It is a… Details
