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E38: Bonus Episode w/ The Crew

E38: Bonus Episode w/ The Crew | Turning Point of Tampa

Please enjoy this Bonus Episode with the entire crew of The Point is Recovery Podcast: Joan Browne – Producer Ashley Neal – Host & Writer Chris Nasuti – Co-Host Jeremiah Fowler – Sound Engineer The Crew will be taking a creative break and we hope to be back with you real soon with new guests […]

Searching for a Connection by Dave E

Searching for a Connection | Turning Point of Tampa

Because I Have 6 siblings, I sometimes hear “it should be easy to connect with others.” Well, that has not been my experience. Despite being surrounded by friends, neighbors, a big family etc., I often felt alone. It seemed to me that I just did not fit in with “normal” people. Fear had me in […]

Oxycodone Addiction: What You Need To Know

Oxycodone | Turning Point of Tampa

Oxycodone is a prescription opioid drug used to treat moderate to severe pain. It is considered an addictive drug and can be habit-forming. When abused, oxycodone can lead to addiction and other serious health problems. This article will discuss what it is, the dangers of oxycodone addiction, and how to get help if you or […]

We Do Recover by Rachel L

We Do Recover | Turning Point of Tampa

“If we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before we are halfway through.” ~ Alcoholics Anonymous p. 83-84 Thinking back on my time in treatment, it was the first time that I truly felt that I belonged. I had always felt alone – like I was experiencing life in […]

E37: Looking Forward, Learning Backward, w/ Comedian Alonzo Bodden

Alonzo Bodden | Turning Point Podcast

September is National Recovery Month AND this year marks the two year anniversary of The Point is Recovery Podcast! Thank you to everyone who has listened, subscribed and shared – your support is what made this podcast the success that it is. We truly appreciate YOU! For episode 37 we are joined by comedian and […]

Having Fun in Recovery by Landon L

Having Fun in Recovery | Turning Point of Tampa

My definition of fun, now that I am in recovery, is completely different than when I was using. When I was using I was staying up late, going to bars and clubs, and not remembering the night before. That was my idea of fun. Truthfully, it was not. Eventually my using became less social, less […]

DSM-5 FAQ – American Psychiatric Association

DSM-V | Turning Point of Tampa

Introducing The Diagnostic And Statistical Manual Of Mental Disorders You may have heard mental health professionals or other people involved in medicine or mental health casually referring to “The DSM” or “The DSM-5.” What they are referring to is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, and if they are saying “the DSM-5,” specifically […]

Keep Coming Back by Mark F

Keep Coming Back by Mark F. | Turning Point of Tampa

When I first came into treatment back in 2004, my therapist had me read ACCEPTANCE is the Answer in the Big Book. After reading it I really did not understand how that pertained to me, but as part of my assignment he had me read it over and over again. I finally came to realize […]

Alcoholism and Anxiety

Alcoholism And Anxiety | Turning Point of Tampa

In today’s fast-paced and busy world, anxiety disorders are common. Everyone has a unique life and faces various challenges and situations which can lead to anxiety symptoms. Anxiety disorders are characterized by sensations of worry, dread, and unease, and anxiety symptoms can be typical stress responses. This occurs when we feel too much pressure or […]

What Is Anorexia?

What is Anorexia? | Turning Point of Tampa

Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by an excessive fear of gaining weight. People with anorexia often have an unrealistic body image and see themselves as overweight, even if they are dangerously thin. As a result, they restrict their food intake and engage in extreme weight-loss measures such as excessive exercise or purging. Anorexia […]

Bulimia Nervosa: Symptoms, Treatment, and Risk Factors

Bulimia Nervosa | Turning Point of Tampa

According to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), young women and men can develop bulimia nervosa at any time. People assigned female are more likely to meet the diagnostic criteria associated with this condition than those who are assigned male. American surveys report that 1.5% of the female population vs 0.5% of the male population […]

E36: Documenting Recovery w/ Producer Greg Williams

Greg Williams Head Shot | Turning Point of Tampa

Greg Williams is a person in long term recovery. Early on in his journey he witnessed challenges w/ others finding and sustaining recovery and became frustrated with people not looking at the real problems and issues, but rather making a lot of excuses. While in film school, Greg learned that in order to make a […]

Yoga and Meditation: Benefits and Differences

Yoga Practice | Turning Point of Tampa

The first known record of meditation and yoga meditation as disciplines dates back more than 5000 years. Both yoga and meditation practices originated in northern India; we know this because both yoga and meditation are mentioned in some very old texts which are known as the Rig Veda. It is estimated that today, the physical […]

Fentanyl and Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors

Serotonin Toxicity And Severe Serotonin Toxicity | Turning Point of Tampa

Writing about fentanyl and monoamine oxidase inhibitors is a difficult subject, with a lot of very clinical and medically heavy terms. Nevertheless, it is important to explain the potential consequences of using them in combination. Both illicit and pharmaceutical grade fentanyl are considered synthetic opioids and carry a high risk for an adverse fentanyl reaction. […]

Long Term Effects of Weed

Health And Medicine Division And The National Institute On Drug Abuse Research Marijuana Use | Turning Point of Tampa

What is Marijuana (Weed)? Marijuana—also called weed, pot, herb, grass, Mary Jane, bud, ganja and a variety of other slang terms, is a cannabinoid drug that contains chemicals such as THC (delta9 tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (non-psychoactive cannabidiol). The marijuana plant or ‘cannabis plant’ is made up of dried flowers called Cannabis Sativa or the Cannabis Indica plant that are a greenish-gray […]

E35: The Bright Side of Addiction is Recovery w/ Neil Scott

Neil Scott | Turning Point of Tampa

Our guest for Episode 35 has dedicated most of his career to getting out a very important message – Addiction is a chronically relapsing brain disease, but with treatment and support, recovery is possible! Neil Scott began his career in the addiction field as the Executive Director of the Santa Barbara chapter of the National […]

Side Effects of Marijuanas Tea

Side Effects Of Marijuanas Tea | Turning Point of Tampa

What is Cannabis Tea or “Marijuana Tea”? Cannabis tea or marijuana tea is a cannabis-infused drink that has a simple process to make. A tea bag is used by seeping marijuana stems wrapped in cloth and then dipping it hot water. Marijuana tea becomes a hot drink that is often used to relieve chronic pain. Cannabis tea […]

Antiemetics Drugs

Treating Nausea And Severe Nausea With Antiemetic Drug | Turning Point Of Tampa

What are Antiemetic Drugs? The term antiemetics is used to refer to drugs that prevent nausea and vomiting or upset stomach. These drugs are also called antiemetic agents, and they work by blocking the signals from the brain that cause nausea and vomiting. A person might use an over the counter or prescription version. Antiemetic […]

When Life on Life’s Terms just became Life by Evelyn T.

Self-Acceptance Concept, Demonstrated by Spiritual Coach

Looking back to my years in early recovery, I remember that everything was a big deal, whether the situation was positive or negative. Something as simple as making a dentist appointment was a huge feat, and something that I felt like shouting from the mountain tops, thinking that I would get high praise for doing […]

Addiction Medicine Doctor Tampa, Florida

Top Docs Winner | 2022 | Turning Point of Tampa

At Turning Point of Tampa our addiction program treats the whole person and focuses on healing the mind, body, and spirit. Tampa Magazines’ 2022 Top Doctors Honoree The team at Turning Point of Tampa is proud to congratulate our Medical Director, Hardeep Singh, MD, for receiving the Top Doctors 2022 honor of from Tampa Magazine. […]

Complex PTSD

Complex PTSD | Turning Point of Tampa

Distinguishing Between PTSD and C-PTSD Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Complex post traumatic stress disorder can closely resemble traditional post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD is a psychological disorder affecting people who experience a traumatic event, especially an event associated with extreme stress, and deal with symptoms that persist months or even years after the event has […]

Fentanyl and Benzodiazepines

Fentanyl and Benzodiazepines | Turning Point of Tampa

Fentanyl and benzodiazepines slow vital signals from the brain such as breathing and heart rate. There is a very high risk of drug overdose when combining opioids and benzodiazepines. Doing your research into these drugs is important. Drug Overdose Death Illegally produced fentanyl entered the illicit market back in 1979 and was immediately seen as […]

Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome

Mental Health Services Administration And Healthcare Professionals | Turning Point of Tampa

Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is often misdiagnosed as other conditions such as gastroenteritis or cyclic vomiting syndrome. It is typically seen in people who engage in chronic marijuana use. The symptoms of this disorder may be caused by the effect of cannabis on the brain, stomach, and gut. What Causes Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome? Cannabis hyperemesis […]

Changed by the 12 Steps By Sarah C.

Sarah C | Recovery Bites | Turning Point of Tampa

I had no idea what to expect when I started my journey into recovery. Before coming to treatment, I’d never attended a 12-step meeting, had never seen the 12 steps and had no idea what a sponsor was. My first meeting was like being in a whole new world. It was overwhelming, the concepts and […]