
Why High Achievers Often Struggle With Substance Use Disorders
One of the most common myths about addiction is that problems with drug and alcohol abuse only affect “unsuccessful” people. Addiction doesn’t care where you

Opioids and Sugar Cravings Explained
You may be struggling with a strong sweet tooth that leads to eating sugary foods, which can harm your teeth or upset your stomach. You

Why Quitting Substances Can Feel Impossible
Staying substance-free might feel like you’re in a constant battle with your mind and body. And if you’ve already completed residential treatment in Cameron or

Why Emotions May Spike in Early Recovery
In an ideal world, we might expect to feel peaceful after deciding to seek help. But anticipating a little—or a lot—of emotional turmoil is more

Adding Recovery Coaching to Your Journey
It takes courage and a whole lot of emotional, physical, and spiritual effort to enter residential treatment at Waypoint Recovery Center in South Carolina. If

Understanding the Importance of Self-Compassion in Recovery
Harsh self-talk probably won’t help you feel or get better. It often just makes the road to improvement harder. Self-compassion, on the other hand, isn’t


