Addiction

The Role of IOPs in Relapse Prevention

The addiction recovery process is wrought with challenges, stresses, and change. Developing skills to process urges and cravings can be…

1 year ago

Spiritual Awakening Through Recovery From Addiction

Before I got sober, I had a pretty negative outlook on religion. I thought it was just a bunch of…

1 year ago

The Good Thing About Feeling Bad

A potentially hollow greeting most of us hear on a near-daily basis: “How are you?” sets us up for failure…

1 year ago

Staying Sober During the Holidays

The holidays can be a joyous time of year for most, but for those struggling with substance abuse, it can…

1 year ago

Meditation for People Who Hate Meditating

Most people are aware of the benefits that mediation brings; reduced stress and anxiety, increased self-awareness, improved memory and sleep,…

2 years ago

Cannabis-Induced Psychosis

As of today, marijuana is legal for recreational use in twenty states.  While cannabis may have some legitimate medical benefits,…

2 years ago

The Importance of Community in Recovery

When somebody is trying to recover from a battle with drugs and alcohol, there are several things that need to…

2 years ago

Asking For Help in Recovery

Asking For—and Accepting Help Asking for help is not easy. In a lot of ways, it means letting go. In…

2 years ago

Signs and Symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal

Signs and Symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal At the Redpoint Center, Alcohol Use Disorder is the most common type of substance abuse…

2 years ago

Medication Assisted Treatment For Alcohol Abuse

SAMHSA, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, defines Medication Assisted Treatment, or MAT, as the use of FDA…

2 years ago