How Drug Detox Affects Your Body: 3 Hope-Filled FactsUncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneDecember 29, 2020When 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… Details
5 Things To Expect During a Drug DetoxUncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneDecember 15, 2020You’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… Details
Is Now A Good Time to Enter An Inpatient Treatment Program?UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneOctober 26, 2020Let’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… Details
What is a Typical Day Like in Residential Treatment?UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneOctober 26, 2020One 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.… Details
The Cost Addiction Treatment: A Barrier to HealingAddiction Treatment, Rehab InformationBy Chrissy PetroneSeptember 29, 2020The cost of addiction treatment may pose as a barrier to healing for those in need of help. Families may find themselves at an impossible-feeling crossroads when it comes to getting addiction treatment for their loved ones. But low-cost, effective and evidence-based addiction treatment exist, and The Right Step DFW is working to ensure that… Details
Discovering Affordable Addiction Treatment in Dallas Fort WorthAddiction Treatment, opioid addiction, Rehab, Rehab InformationBy Chrissy PetroneSeptember 15, 2020By Kelli Galpin If you have ever tried discovering addiction treatment options, you know that the process can be overwhelming. Trying to understand whether an option is affordable or not can be enough to paralyze your next move. The Right Step Dallas-Fort Worth knows that it’s a lot to take in, so we do… Details
6 Benefits of an Alumni ProgramAddiction Treatment, RehabBy Andrea BakerJuly 27, 2020Millions of Americans are battling addiction. When it comes to recovery, attending a rehab program is not enough for many. Because the journey to sobriety is a never-ending process, one should get acquainted with the benefits of an alumni program in Dallas, TX to ensure your success. What Is an Alumni Program? When someone has… Details
Drinking and Social MediaAddiction Treatment, alcohol addictionBy Andrea BakerJuly 22, 2020Social media started in the early 2000s and has now eclipsed almost 3 billion users, roughly a third of the world’s population in 2020. Unfortunately, the unprecedented rise of social media has led to a new set of unique problems and controversies, one of which is the relationship between drinking and social media. Social media… Details
Wine Mom Culturealcohol addiction, mental healthBy Andrea BakerJuly 20, 2020Wine is a common alcoholic option for relaxing at the end of the day. However, consuming too much can result in many health issues and addiction. The wine mom culture that has started uses wine as a way to unwind but condones drinking many glasses in a single evening. Although primarily known among Westerners, the… Details
Mixing Benzos and Alcohol Is Dangerousalcohol addiction, drug addictionBy Andrea BakerJuly 13, 2020A wide array of medications gives warnings about not using them with alcohol. This is because alcohol is a psychoactive substance that can trigger effects on the mind and body, and it can interact with medications that also act on the body’s systems. If you want to learn more about the health risk of combining… Details
