Is Alcohol a Stimulant or Depressant?
August 6, 2024
Alcohol is a depressant. Overall, ethanol, or ethyl alcohol, is generally considered to be a depressant. Alcohol acts to slow or depress basic functions of
Alcohol is a depressant. Overall, ethanol, or ethyl alcohol, is generally considered to be a depressant. Alcohol acts to slow or depress basic functions of
Turning Point of Tampa is delighted to announce that our esteemed Medical Director, Dr. Hardeep Singh, has been named in Tampa Magazine’s 2024 TOP Doctors List.
The tradition of anonymity has been a critical part of AA, since it’s founding, in 1939. Let us always remember that anonymity – not taking
After the book, “Dr Bob and The Good Oldtimers,” was published in 1980, by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, camels became a metaphor in Alcoholics Anonymous
What is DMT (n dimethyltryptamine)? DMT is a natural psychedelic found in plants. Dimethyltryptamine—better known as DMT—is a powerful hallucinogenic substance. This article explains the
The use, abuse and addiction to synthetic marijuana and synthetic cannabinoid products has been a problem not only in Florida, but many other parts of
The answer to the question, “What is an AA sponsor?” is complex. Keep in mind that addiction recovery is hard. If we are to be
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This article will go over brain zap, what they are, how a brain zap feels, what causes them, and how their connection to antidepressant discontinuation.
As you can tell from the title, the purpose of this article is to outline the very serious risks people take when they use synthetic
If you are in the Tampa, FL area (or just about anywhere else on Earth) and have an alcoholic or substance-addicted loved one, there is
Are there rules in Alcoholics Anonymous? Well, no. Suggestions, yes, but no rules. Instead, AA developed Traditions to keep AA from destroying itself from within.
Eating disorders are among the most common mental illnesses. They are also among the most deadly. Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder all
Ketamine: a name that straddles the line between relief and risk. On one side, a powerful anesthetic and innovative treatment for severe depression and chronic
If you made through Christmas and stayed sober, good job! However, if you didn’t, it’s never too late! Begin the new year by getting sober
The rise of triple c’s abuse, primarily among teens and early adulthood, has become a concerning health issue in recent years. This seemingly innocuous over-the-counter
Christmas – it’s,” the most wonderful time of the year”. Right? Well, maybe not for everyone. For many people who have stopped drinking, or are
What is DMT? Dimethyltryptamine (DMT) is a strong hallucinogen, or psychedelic drug. Also known as dimitri, businessman’s special, the spirit molecule, changa, or fantasia. This
For people new to recovery who may be experiencing their first sober Thanksgiving, staying sober can be an intimidating prospect. The Thanksgiving Holiday can be
Psilocybin mushrooms, also known as magic mushrooms or simply shrooms, have been a topic of fascination and curiosity for centuries. These naturally occurring fungi possess
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Turning Point of Tampa treats addiction, dual diagnosis and eating disorders. Located in Tampa, Florida, individuals travel from all over the state, country and even
The Baker Act is a law in Florida that was created in 1972 to establish legal procedures for the involuntary examination and treatment of individuals
