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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The COVID-19 pandemic changed the direction of our lives in the blink of an eye. It has left us with an escalating set of worries. At the same time, we are trying to figure out a new normal in coping with isolation during coronavirus. The scary thing is that for some of us, coping with
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With proper anxiety treatment, you can get back to living your life. But it’s not always that easy or quick. Sometimes, anxiety or other mental health issues create additional problems such as addiction, especially during a pandemic. When that happens, you might not be taking good care of yourself. During a pandemic like the current
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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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Living with anxiety can be worrying since any form of stressful thoughts may trigger it. This is why experts recommend staying away from the triggers of an anxiety attack because you may be unable to return to a calm state of mind. After experiencing the first episode of an anxiety attack, you might worry about
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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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It takes more than willpower to stop drug use and drug abuse. Taking prescription or illegal drugs changes the way your brain works. Drugs can create powerful cravings, compelling you to take more. This fact can make it incredibly hard to stay sober. However, that does not mean that you cannot learn how to stop
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Being there for a friend or loved one who is struggling with addiction can be one of the most difficult challenges of your life. You may not know how to help an addict or how to approach the problem, especially if the person in question is in denial about their addiction. Furthermore, you may have
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