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    What Support Do Mother’s Receive While in Addiction Treatment?

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    Entering into drug and alcohol addiction treatment is nothing if not a big deal – not only are you stepping outside of your routine, but [...]

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    What Challenges Do You Face When You Seek Residential Treatment?

    853 words|4.3 min read|

    Entering into residential treatment is a huge step and a massive sacrifice. Not only are you entering a daily life wildly different from your previous [...]

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    Rise of Xylazine Abuse in Pennsylvania  

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    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 [...]

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    Can Legal Sports Betting Lead to Problem Gambling?

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    With the inception of legal sports betting, many have easy access to the thrills of placing bets and gaining wins from participating in their favorite [...]

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    Why Women Benefit Greatly From Support Groups In Residential Treatment

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    Loneliness is a huge issue in today’s world. When the concepts of social distancing, online ordering, takeout, and delivery became highly normalized during the COVID-19 [...]

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    Why Are Life Skills Important to Addiction Recovery?

    841 words|4.2 min read|

    So many things in life require skills—you have to be skilled in the kitchen to cook fancy meals, be experienced behind the wheel to remain [...]

  • Aerial still of Wilkes-Barre, a city in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, on an overcast day in Fall.

    Relapse Rates Are High, But The Right Treatment Program Can Help

    744 words|3.7 min read|

    Drug and alcohol addiction is a widespread issue that has caused suffering for individuals, families and communities across the United States, and northeast Pennsylvania is [...]

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    The Importance of a Relapse Prevention Plan: Gender-Specific Strategies for Success 

    999 words|5 min read|

    Relapse is a common challenge in addiction recovery. The risk of falling back into old habits is high without a well-thought-out strategy. Studies show that [...]

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    The Role of Family Support in Female Addiction Treatment: Helping a Loved One Through Recovery 

    940 words|4.7 min read|

    Addiction is a deeply personal struggle with effects that reach far beyond just the individual who’s struggling. Substance use in women—especially those who are mothers [...]

  • Profile view of a young homeless caucasian male - in his late 20s or early 30s - sitting in a dark, damp subway tunnel, his knees drawn up and his hands covering his face in desperation and despair. He is hungry, lonely and desperate. The man has short cropped hair and an unkempt beard. There is a look of sadness, loneliness and desperation in his eyes. He is sitting on a piece of old cardboard Horizontal image with room for copy space.

    Men’s Mental Health Stigma: How It Contributes to Addiction 

    991 words|5 min read|

    Men’s mental health is an important yet often overlooked topic. While society has made strides in recognizing the importance of mental health, the stigma surrounding [...]

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    Women and Trauma: How It Fuels Substance Use and the Importance of Gender-Specific Treatment 

    990 words|5 min read|

    Women who struggle with substance use disorders often face unique challenges that are deeply intertwined with their experiences of trauma. Research consistently shows that trauma [...]

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    Why Gender-Specific Addiction Treatment is Essential for Effective Recovery 

    918 words|4.6 min read|

    Addiction is a complex, multifaceted condition that affects people from all walks of life. However, research has shown that men and women often experience substance [...]