What do we mean by “stigma” in addiction recovery? The Society for the Study of Addiction defines stigma as “a sociocultural process in which social groups are devalued, rejected and excluded on the basis of a socially discredited health condition.” They note that it can be seen in at least three levels in addiction recovery: […]
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Family therapy has shown to be a very effective part of substance abuse treatment, but if the thought of it seems daunting, that’s understandable. It’s not unusual to feel nervous about something with which you may not be familiar. Let us demystify what family therapy is and help you and your family gain clarity on
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Have you seen posts on social media that extol the virtues of grabbing a wine bottle to deal with the stress of motherhood? Wine mom culture is prevalent in media, especially if you are in any parenting group online. This culture creates many problems. This includes normalizing alcohol abuse, promoting alcohol as a self-medication method,
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Many drugs have interactions when you take them alongside other substances. They could cause you to have an increased or decreased effect, have effects that are only seen in that particular combination, or result in serious complications. The dangers of mixing substances can potentially be fatal, but even less severe side effects can be problematic.
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Polysubstance abuse means combining multiple substances and using them in ways that are not directed by a doctor or pharmacist. You could become dependent on one or more of the substances in the combination, and recognizing what is polysubstance abuse can help you understand what’s happening and how to get treatment at a drug and
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In an instant, COVID-19 brought us countless new worries about our health, our families, our jobs, and our safety. If you are someone who is prone to substance abuse or even just filled with anxiety, you may have trouble staying sober during coronavirus. The public health response to the pandemic has forced us into an
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Without much warning in March, we were handed the gift of time from the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Faced with social distancing orders, we have had to spend more time at home, and less time at work or on the go – whether we like it or not. For some people, that can be
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Over just a few short weeks, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed everything. The decision to issue statewide stay-at-home orders was vital to preserve public health. But the orders did not come without consequences. The Right Step Hill Country is here to help you if you are quarantined with an alcoholic spouse and are suffering from
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The importance of dual diagnosis treatment has never been this crucial before. Did you know that drug overdose is a significant concern in the US? For example, an estimated 44,000 people die every year due to substance abuse disorders. For most drug addicts, drug addiction is not only about physical struggle. After taking root, it
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A common question for those with little experience of living with alcoholics – Is my loved one an alcoholic? If you suspect that your loved one is deep into heavy drinking, observe them for some basic warning signs and symptoms. Sometimes you may fail to notice when someone close to you is battling alcoholism until
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