Why Overcoming Drug Addiction is a Life-Long Journey

UncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral Health Editorial TeamJanuary 26, 2021

There are some tasks we can write on a to-do list and check off for good.  Grab milk on the way home.  Fix that leaky pipe.   Turn in some paperwork.  Others require daily upkeep. (I’m looking at you, dishes).  Overcoming addiction is no different. Working to rid your life of drugs or alcohol means committing…

Overcoming Addiction is Possible

UncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral Health Editorial TeamJanuary 19, 2021

There’s a truth we need you to hear: Overcoming addiction is possible.  A difficult endeavor? Yes. A lifelong commitment? Absolutely. Impossible? Not at all.  Whether for yourself or someone you love, we ask you to take the next 10 minutes and set aside any preconceived notions about the stronghold of addiction. Turn off the voice…

Understanding the Phrase “Overcoming Drug Addiction”

UncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral Health Editorial TeamJanuary 12, 2021

Overcoming addiction sounds like a worthwhile goal, but it’s an outdated viewpoint. Addiction isn’t a condition that can be cured or fixed like a broken bone. Instead, it’s a long-term condition that needs care and attention.    Ups and downs are normal, and each person’s recovery journey is unique. While it’s not easy to go…

How Drug Detox Affects Your Body: 3 Hope-Filled Facts

UncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral Health Editorial TeamDecember 29, 2020

When a person who struggles with addiction chooses to enter drug detox, the body and the brain take notice.  They stand up and say, “Hey, where’s that substance we so desperately rely on?”  That’s because withdrawal shocks the system. Your brain and body will fight to maintain the status quo while you work to return…

5 Things To Expect During a Drug Detox

UncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral Health Editorial TeamDecember 15, 2020

You’re here because you want things to change. You’re reading this because there’s a small part of you that feels ready.  You’re open to the idea because you know that on the other side of drug detox lies hope, joy and a future full of potential.  And maybe, just maybe, you’ve come to us because…

Is Now A Good Time to Enter An Inpatient Treatment Program?

UncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral Health Editorial TeamOctober 26, 2020

Let’s face it, 2020 has not been a banner year for a lot of people. It’s fair to say it’s been uncommonly rough for so many, especially those with mental health and addiction issues. Many people have felt disconnected and isolated at this time and it has made a huge impact. The Centers for Disease…

What is a Typical Day Like in Residential Treatment?

UncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral Health Editorial TeamOctober 26, 2020

One of the most common questions that potential clients ask us at The Right Step is ‘What is day-to-day life like in residential treatment?’ The typical day at each facility will look different depending on several factors such as the type of treatment facility, the type of programs offered, and the recommended length of stay.…