What Are the Early Signs of Drug Addiction?
Signs of substance use disorder (SUD) usually involve changes in your loved one’s habits, personality, or interests. Some can be more subtle.
The Structure of Intervention and Why It Works
An intervention is an attempt to convince a loved one to enter a treatment program for a substance use disorder (SUD), mental illness, or behavioral addiction. An intervention is a process. It’s not something that can be planned in a few hours or a day’s time; it requires several meetings in which the intervention team discusses and prepares for the following: It’s crucial that all members stick to their scripts and hold firm to their
How Unacknowledged Grief and Loss Can Lead to Addiction
Grief and loss are both serious emotional states that if left unacknowledged or unresolved can lead to drug or alcohol addictions.
How Boredom and Loneliness Can Put Your Recovery at Risk
Discover how to fight boredom and loneliness in addiction recovery and stay focused. Learn how to make the most of your new life.
Why Detox Alone Usually Doesn’t Work
While detox is an essential component of the recovery process, it’s not a substitute for comprehensive residential addiction treatment.
Gratitude Isn’t Just for Thanksgiving: How Being Grateful Helps You Stay Sober
Thanksgiving may be about showing gratitude for the blessings you’ve been given, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be grateful year-round.
Neuroplasticity and Addiction Recovery: Unlocking Your Brain’s Potential
Learn how neuroplasticity can aid in addiction recovery and develop healthy habits with Waypoint Recovery’s Comprehensive Treatment Program.