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Addictions

Addictions defined: The American Psychological Association defines addiction as, “…a condition in which the body must have a drug to avoid physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms. Addiction’s first stage is dependence, during which the search for a drug dominates an individual’s life. An addict eventually develops tolerance, which forces the person to consume larger and … Read More

Alcoholism

Alcoholism Although many people think they are one and the same, alcoholism (alcohol dependence) and alcohol abuse are two different forms of problem drinking.  According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, alcoholism is defined as one who has signs of physical addiction to alcohol and continues to drink, despite problems with physical health, mental … Read More

Oxycodone

What are the side effects of abusing oxycodone? Oxycodone (oxycontin) has many possible side effects and a lot of them affect the gastrointestinal system. Most often these symptoms are manifested in the form of constipation. In the case of an overdose of oxycodone, there are several overdose symptoms that can vary in intensity. The most … Read More

Turning Point Centers – Mountain View

Our Mountain View location is located at 616 East 11000 South Sandy, UT 84070. This location facilitates 12 clients at a time. We believe our clients benefit from a small group setting. It allows our staff to give personal attention to each client, while also getting group support. This facility offers the same wonderful treatment … Read More

Heroin

What is Heroin? Heroin is a highly addictive drug derived from morphine, a naturally occurring substance extracted from the seedpod of the Asian poppy plant. It is a “downer” or a depressant that affects the brain’s pleasure systems and interferes with the brain’s ability to perceive pain.  Heroin usually appears as a white or brown … Read More

Panic Attack

Am I Having a Panic attack?? Sometimes people wonder if they are having a heart attack or a panic attack. Most of the symptoms of a panic attack are physical, and many times these symptoms are so severe that people think they’re having a heart attack. In fact, many people suffering from panic attacks make … Read More

Bipolar

Understanding Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder (often called BD) is a type of mood disorder.  In the past, this condition was called manic depression but most psychiatrists refer to it as bipolar disorder now.  This disorder is a psychiatric illness that causes major disruptions in lifestyle and health. Everyone has occasional highs and lows in their … Read More