Inpatient vs. Outpatient Rehab in Tampa
The question isn’t whether you need help with addiction—you’ve already recognized that truth. The real question is which type of treatment best fits your specific situation, needs, and goals. Understanding inpatient vs outpatient rehab in Tampa empowers you to make informed decisions about your recovery journey rather than simply accepting whatever option someone else recommends […]
Alcohol Rehab in Tampa
The decision to seek alcohol rehab in Tampa often arrives quietly—not always with dramatic consequences, but with a persistent whisper that life has become unmanageable. Perhaps you’ve noticed your hands shaking during morning meetings, or maybe a loved one has expressed concern about your drinking patterns. Whatever brings you to this moment, understanding your options […]
How to Choose the Best Drug Rehab Near Me
When you or someone you love is struggling with substance use disorder, finding the right treatment facility can feel overwhelming. With thousands of addiction treatment centers across the country, determining how to choose the best drug rehab near me requires careful consideration of numerous factors. This article will walk you through the essential steps to […]
Drug Rehab Centers in Tampa
When addiction affects your life or the life of someone you love, finding the right drug rehab centers in Tampa can feel overwhelming. The journey toward recovery is deeply personal, and choosing the right addiction treatment facility is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Tampa offers a wealth of resources for those struggling […]
Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Rehab Center
At Turning Point of Tampa, we understand that choosing the right rehab center represents one of the most important decisions you or your loved one will ever make. Our mission is simple: to help every addict who still suffers find their path to recovery. While we hope you’ll consider Turning Point of Tampa for your […]
Addiction Treatment in Tampa, Florida
Tampa, Florida, has emerged as a beacon of hope for individuals and families seeking comprehensive addiction treatment. With its warm climate, supportive community, and world-class amenities, the Tampa Bay area offers an ideal environment for recovery. Whether you’re researching options for yourself or a loved one’s treatment, understanding the landscape of addiction treatment in Tampa, […]
What’s the Best Way to Detox from Alcohol?
Key Takeaways When someone asks, “What’s the best way to detox from alcohol?” our medical team at Turning Point of Tampa always emphasizes one critical factor: safety. After years of treating individuals with alcohol dependence, we’ve observed that the withdrawal process can be unpredictable and potentially life-threatening without proper medical supervision. The statistics tell a […]
Top Inpatient Drug Rehabs for Effective Addiction Treatment
Looking for comprehensive addiction treatment? An inpatient drug rehab provides 24/7 care in a structured environment, essential for addiction treatment. This article will detail what inpatient drug rehabs offer, the benefits of such programs, and what you can expect during your stay. Key Takeaways Understanding Inpatient Drug Rehab Inpatient drug rehab is more than just […]
Fentanyl Rehab: Symptoms, Treatment & Recovery
A fentanyl rehab program provides the medical and therapeutic support needed to overcome addiction to this powerful opioid. If you or someone you care about is battling fentanyl addiction, understanding the rehab process is very helpful. In this article, you’ll learn about fentanyl addiction symptoms, treatment options, and what to expect during recovery. Key Takeaways […]
The Baker Act
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 with mental illness. This law was put in place to prevent the indiscriminate admission of individuals to mental health institutions and to ensure that people are only admitted to such […]
Alternative Treatments for Depression
The 2017 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) found that approximately 17.3 million adults in the U.S. aged 18 and over had experienced one or more major depressive episodes in the previous year. It is thought that depression impacts the mental health of approximately 10 to 15 percent of the population of the […]
Managing Depression and Anxiety
Each year, up to 20 percent of the population in the U.S., or more than 115 million people, present to their doctor with symptoms of anxiety disorder, depression, or both. Approximately 45 percent of these (52 million people), also suffer from an additional mental illness or substance use disorder (SUD). While anxiety and depression often […]
What is an Intervention?
An intervention is a pre-planned meeting between concerned individuals, often family members or close friends, and a loved one or friend struggling with addiction. The goal of an intervention is to motivate the loved one to seek help in overcoming addictive behavior. This article will go over what is an intervention and additional aspects around […]
How to Do an Intervention
Addiction to drugs and alcohol affect family members as well as the person afflicted with alcohol or drug addiction. It is usually best to have an outside party do the actual intervention but on rare occasions a family member approaches their loved one’s addiction and the ties of a family first intervention becomes a successful […]
The Positive Effects of Sober Outdoor Activities
If you are in recovery from a substance use disorder, sober outdoor activities can help you stay on track. Connecting with the outdoors helps reduce stress, depression, and anxiety, all of which are known risk factors for relapse. Outdoor activities can increase your sense of well-being as you enjoy nature either on your own or […]
Why Pandemic Stress is Causing an Increase in Eating Disorders
Eating disorders, especially among young people, more than doubled between 2000 and 2018, according to a review of studies published in 2019. Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March 2020, experts across the globe have reported a sharp increase in the number of people seeking help for eating disorders. In fact, the National Eating Disorders […]
Understanding Body Dysmorphia and Body Image Issues
Understanding Body Dysmorphia and Body Image Issues Body image refers to the way a person perceives his or her appearance and how they believe others see them. How a person thinks and feels about their body directly affects their self-esteem, confidence, and motivation. The diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (DSM-5) classifies body dysmorphic […]
How COVID Has Impacted the Mental Health of College Students
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted lives around the globe in a myriad of ways, ranging from the inconvenient to the devastating. Isolation, job losses, school closures, disrupted routines, family problems, and loss of in-person support systems have all contributed to an increase in mental health issues, substance use disorders, eating disorders, and both domestic and […]
Family Recovery from the Point of View of a Parent in Recovery
As a parent in recovery, you have taken the courageous step to stop using drugs or alcohol and to commit to long-term sobriety. You understand that addiction is a family disease and that your loved ones need support and guidance as they work to recover from the effects of addiction in the family. Why We […]
How Overdose Increases During COVID-19 Are Impacting Local Emergency Rooms
Although emergency room (ER) visits have declined by about 40 percent since the start of the pandemic, visits related to overdose, suicidal thoughts, and other mental health and addiction-related challenges have increased. Tragically, many ER staff do not have the training or the tools necessary to help those with addiction and other mental health problems. […]
Treatment vs. Incarceration
We know that addiction is a disease, so does it make sense to put people with a disease in jail and expect them to get better? Although prison sentences may be appropriate for those trafficking in the sale of illegal drugs, countless studies agree that jail time does not deter drug or alcohol use and […]
What are Personality Disorders?
The Mayo Clinic describes personality as “the combination of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that makes you unique. It’s the way you view, understand, and relate to the outside world, as well as how you see yourself.” Although your personality evolves throughout your life, your core personality forms during childhood, influenced by the environment you grew […]
What are Mood Disorders?
In addition to interacting with our environment, we humans are chemical reactors, as well. The various moods we experience throughout the day are caused by a variety of factors such as the neurotransmitters and hormones circulating in our bodies (chemicals), our nature (genetics) and our nurture (upbringing, our environment and belief systems). It not well […]
What is Driving the Increase in Adolescent Mental Health Issues?
Adolescent suicide, depression, and other mental health disorders were serious issues long before the onset of the global pandemic. Now, a year into the pandemic, experts are releasing statistics showing the drastic rise in mental health issues in all age groups, including adolescents. A pre-publication, peer-reviewed report in the journal Pediatrics found significantly higher increases […]