Confidently and Knowingly Entering Into Detox
Jumping into a detox program can be incredibly overwhelming and stressful. Some of this stress can easily be eliminated by taking the time to research [...]
What is Methadone Maintenance Treatment?
Methadone is a substance used in the treatment of opioid use disorders, clinically known as methadone maintenance therapy. This type of therapy is referred to [...]
Understanding Opioid Addiction
All drugs are classified under varying schedules depending on whether the drug is cleared for medical use, has a high risk of misuse, poses a [...]
How to Help a Loved One With Depression
Clinical depression or major depressive disorder is a serious medical condition that requires ongoing treatment to manage symptoms. It takes compassion, patience, and strength to [...]
What Does Evidence-Based Mean in Behavioral Healthcare?
In behavioral health, it is very common to hear the term “evidence-based.” Evidence-based means that an approach is supported with scientific evidence and extensive research. [...]
Pyramid Healthcare Opens First Residential Treatment Program in Virginia
ALTOONA, PA – July 5, 2021 - Pyramid Healthcare announced today the addition of Virginia to its existing behavioral healthcare treatment footprint with the opening [...]
What are Benzodiazepines Used For?
What are benzodiazepines? Benzodiazepines are sedative medications that work by calming the central nervous system when it is overexcited. This is achieved by benzodiazepines’ ability [...]
The Half-Life and Long Term Realities of Opioids
Opioids are pain-killing drugs that, when ingested, attach to the opioid receptors in the brain to decrease the pain felt in the body; the binding [...]
Generalized Anxiety Disorder vs. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
It is normal for anyone to feel anxious. After all, our bodies exhibit a “fight or flight” response when we perceive a threat. Everyone’s response [...]
What Happens During Drug Rehab?
Finding the right support for drug addiction recovery can be difficult. Often, people don’t know where to start treatment and feel ashamed for needing help. [...]