Seasonal Affective Disorder and Your Recovery
Many people in recovery struggle with co-occurring mental health disorders. This includes seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression related to the changes in... Read More
Getting Help for a Loved One with a Hydrocodone Addiction
Hydrocodone is commonly prescribed to treat moderate to severe pain. However, this prescription painkiller carries a real risk of addiction. Abuse of hydrocodone can affect... Read More
The Importance of Accountability in Recovery
The term accountability refers to being held responsible for your actions. At Waypoint Recovery Center’s South Carolina drug and alcohol addiction treatment program, we stress... Read More
The Health Benefits of Spending Time in Nature
Although the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has made many types of recreational activities ill-advised, the virus is thought to be less likely to spread outdoors. Social... Read More
Managing Your Emotions to Keep Your Recovery on Track
The term emotional regulation refers to the process of recognizing and controlling your feelings or reactions to feelings. Emotions aren’t inherently good or bad, but... Read More
Setting Recovery Goals During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Goal-setting is an important part of the recovery process, but you may need to reevaluate your goals in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Goals that... Read More
Holiday Gifts for People in Recovery
Holiday Gift Suggestions With the holiday season fast approaching, you may be wondering what is the best way to show support for your friend or... Read More
Building Stronger Relationships in Recovery
Building stronger relationships with friends and family promotes lasting sobriety by expanding your support network. However, if you’ve been neglecting these relationships in favor of... Read More
5 Ways to Help a Loved One Seeking Addiction Treatment
Showing Your Support When a friend or family member is seeking addiction treatment, there are a number of ways you can show your support. The... Read More
Using Music to Support Your Recovery
Danish author Hans Christian Andersen once said, “Where words fail, music speaks.” Multiple studies have shown that music can be a powerful tool to promote... Read More