Recovery is a Gift – Happy Holidays from Turning Point The holiday season is a time of warmth, fun, and good memories for many. But for some, the holidays are a time when other factors such as high stress or depression are present- compounding problems associated with substance abuse and addiction. This time of the … Read More
US vs. Europe: Drug Abuse Drug abuse impacts society in many diverse ways. Homelessness, child welfare, worker productivity, crime, quality of life, health care utilization, prisons, and more are all greatly influenced by the amount and type of drug abuse in each country. The way each country goes about dealing with issues that arise from … Read More
Exercise Helps Anxiety & Depression If you suffer from depression and/or anxiety and are looking for a solution, consistent exercise may be key. Research shows that our physical, emotional, and mental parts are intertwined very intimately and can strengthen and support one another. Specifically, evidence points to three types of exercise that target alleviating anxiety … Read More
Teen Depression Becoming More Common in Boys Sad but true, statistics show that more and more teen boys are living with depression. What was once thought to be more of a teen girl issue, has noticeably been seen in many teen boys. With rates of anxiety disorders and depression up among teen boys, depression among … Read More
DEA bans “Pink” This week, the US Drug enforcement Administration (DEA) classified “Pink” a schedule I drug. The synthetic opioid has caused at least 46 confirmed deaths and has been proven to have a high potential for abuse with no approved medical use. Thirty-one of those deaths occurred in New York and 10 in North … Read More
Avoiding Holiday Relapses while in Recovery The holidays are upon us and going through recovery during this time of the year can be rough. Cocktail parties and holiday celebrations involving other drinks can be difficult to navigate while in recovery. Although the holidays are a fun time of year, many individuals experience stress and turn … Read More
Sadly, many individuals struggle with drug abuse. Dealing with drug abuse or dependence is extremely challenging and can be very hard to recover from, but being addicted to drugs can be even more difficult to manage when it occurs alongside one or more other mental health conditions. When people have both a drug abuse struggle … Read More
Marijuana Legalization 2016 Election Results Nine states had measures on their ballots this 2016 election regarding legalizing marijuana. Some were voting to legalize recreational marijuana and some voted to legalize medicinal marijuana. As of Wednesday morning after the election, eight of the nine measures had been approved; just one was rejected. Most significantly, recreational marijuana … Read More
Suicide Warning Tool: Is path warm? People sometimes contemplate suicide because of overwhelming things in their life, depression, loss, or for many other reasons. But being aware of some signs and symptoms can help to prevent suicide. Often, preventing a loved one from suicide can depend on the ability of individuals in their life to … Read More
