Alcohol withdrawal can be dangerous—and in some cases, even life-threatening. That’s why clinical professionals use tools like the CIWA score to monitor symptoms, manage detox [...]

Did you know drug overdose is the number one cause of accidental death in the United States? Drug overdoses are nothing new, but in [...]

A critical layer of medical support in addiction treatment For many individuals entering addiction treatment, the damage caused by substance use isn’t limited to emotional [...]

When someone enters treatment for substance use disorder, their needs often go far beyond therapy or medication. Many individuals also struggle with neglected or infected [...]

Substance use continues to impact communities across the United States. Boston is no exception. While recent data shows promising declines in overdose deaths, challenges remain—particularly [...]

Methylphenidate and alcohol are two substances that are commonly used for very different reasons. Methylphenidate is a prescription stimulant typically prescribed to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity [...]

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. has appointed Kenneth E. Richter, Jr. as its Chief Clinical Officer (CCO) to lead its clinical strategy and vision, advancing its mission [...]

Maryland has recently made significant investments to enhance mental and behavioral health services for its youth. However, looming budget cuts threaten to undermine these advancements, [...]

Xylazine Detox and Withdrawal Management in Pennsylvania  The rise of xylazine, often referred to as "tranq," has become a growing concern throughout Pennsylvania. Initially approved as [...]

In West Virginia, unique cultural and socioeconomic elements play a significant role in the prevalence of substance abuse. Understanding the cultural factors that contribute to [...]

College life often brings newfound freedom, social opportunities and academic challenges. However, for many students in West Virginia, it also introduces risks associated with alcohol [...]

The veterinary drug xylazine has been increasingly detected in overdose deaths and combined with drugs such as fentanyl, cocaine, heroin and other drugs. The presence [...]

While it is unlikely that your child will ingest laced Halloween candy, there have been enough situations of children unknowingly consuming illicit substances that [...]

With Halloween decorations popping up in retail stores during the last months of summer, pumpkin-spiced everything showing up on shelves and early planning for [...]

According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 932,000 people have died since 1999 from a drug overdose and nearly 75 percent of [...]

What type of life skills are important to teach to those in recovery? There's a plethora of different things that we teach. [...]