Many things may trigger a possible relapse but at Stepping Stones in Lincoln, Nebraska our drug and alcohol counselors want to offer all the tools and services to help prevent relapse.
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As we enter into another week of the COVID-19 epidemic, many people make reference to “having a drink” during this highly stressful time.
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Being ordered, or told, to get an evaluation, whether it be for substance use, mental health, or both, can be uncomfortable, as is the idea of being “evaluated” at all.
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Whether it is for substance use, mental health, or both, the idea of having someone “evaluate you” can be a bit uncomfortable for anyone, especially if it has been ordered, or required. We can assure you that Stepping Stones provides a compassionate, welcoming environment and our therapists will work hard to find the right treatment option for you, or your loved one, beginning with our substance abuse evaluation.
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Alcohol Therapy is one step in the right direction for treating alcoholism. It is one step after realizing you have a problem and deciding you are ready to get your life back. Stepping Stones has Alcohol therapists who are able to assist you through your journey toward an alcohol-free life with their continued support and guidance.
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Good old Nebraska weather… or for some, not so good. This time of year can be difficult for all of us in terms of mental health. Making the morning decision of whether or not to sport a winter coat, lots of layers, one light jacket, and sometimes we are lucky to have a no-jacket-at-all kind of day!
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Alcohol consumption is widely accepted and commonly used by people in a range of ages, classes, and personalities for a variety of reasons, like for self-medicating and socializing. As a result, millions of Americans also suffer from the misuse and abuse of alcohol.
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Pain pills, or opioids, have become a common solution for pain relief and are frequently prescribed by physicians. However, the current pain pill epidemic shows that pain pill addiction is a serious risk.
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Painkiller addiction is killing Americans. Over one-third of all Americans manage pain with prescription painkillers. Every day, sixty people die as a result of overdoses from opioids. In a year, that's 22,630 deaths in the U.S. Narcotic painkillers are highly addictive because they relieve pain and give a euphoric feeling that the user’s brain becomes addicted to. When taken as prescribed, painkillers are less likely to be a problem, but users still fall into painkiller addiction for a variety of reasons. Stepping Stones in Lincoln, Nebraska wants people to understand more about painkillers and addiction so they can avoid the dangers.
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