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.…
The Dangers of Wine Mom Culture Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Treatment, Substance AbuseBy Right Step HoustonJuly 15, 2020Leave a commentThroughout 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…
The Correlation Between Drinking and Social Media Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Treatment, RehabBy Right Step HoustonJuly 8, 2020Leave a commentIt 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…
Quarantined with an Alcoholic Spouse Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Treatment, RehabBy Right Step HoustonJune 19, 2020Leave a commentThe global pandemic has transformed society over a few short weeks. And while the resulting stay-at-home orders were necessary for the sake of public health, they did not come without consequences. The economic shutdown has increased the risks of the most vulnerable. Consider, for example, the prospect of being quarantined with an alcoholic spouse. Given…
Is My Loved One an Alcoholic? Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Treatment, RehabBy Right Step HoustonMay 31, 2020Leave a commentIt’s painful to watch a family member or close friend struggle with excessive drinking. You want the best for them always, and to believe that they have their lives under control. But if you’ve watched the problems mount, you may be wondering, “is my loved one an alcoholic?” Understanding how to answer that question puts…
Dangers of Binge Drinking Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Treatment, Substance AbuseBy Right Step HoustonMay 12, 2020Leave a commentMany of us enjoy having an adult beverage from time to time. It’s refreshment. But for some people, drinking alcohol, and getting drunk, becomes the sole purpose of a night out. It’s called binge drinking. And the dangers of binge drinking can take you down the wrong road. The problem of binge drinking is especially…
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…
Stages of Alcoholism Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol TreatmentBy Right Step HoustonFebruary 25, 2020Leave a commentAlcoholism doesn’t happen overnight. If so, it would be easy to identify and easy to treat. Instead, alcoholism slowly progresses over months, years, or even decades. The stages of alcoholism can occur so slowly that addiction may seem normal by the time a person has a problem. For this reason, it is important to identify…
Is Alcoholism Hereditary? Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol TreatmentBy Right Step HoustonFebruary 20, 2020Leave a commentAddiction is a chronic disease that affects the brain, particularly areas of motivation and reward. However, one of the questions that scientists continue to explore is whether alcoholism is genetic and how much hereditary traits factor into an addiction. In other words, if someone in your family is an alcoholic, how likely are you to…
