The Relationship Between Self-Medication and Addiction
What is self-medication? On the surface, self-medication seems harmless. We may think of self-medication as having a glass of wine or a brownie after a [...]
How to Request a Mental Health Assessment
When you think of mental health disorders, what comes to mind? If a slew of negative connotations and thoughts flooded your mind, that’s okay. As [...]
Pyramid Healthcare to Open Adult Detox and Inpatient Program in Dallas, PA
Pyramid Healthcare announced today its plans to open an adult detoxification and inpatient addiction treatment center located in Dallas, Pennsylvania in January 2019. The Dallas [...]
Teen Suicide Warning Signs: What to Look For
It’s an unfortunate truth that teen suicide rates are on the rise. This fact leaves many parents, teachers, coaches, and caregivers feeling understandably concerned about [...]
Why is Emotional Wellness Important for Mental Health and Addiction Recovery?
Often when we think of substance use or mental health treatment, we may only think of treating the causes and symptoms associated with the illness. [...]
Addressing Underlying Trauma and Substance Abuse
Identifying and addressing underlying trauma is an important step in treating substance abuse. Learn more about the connection between addiction and trauma.
What is Moral Reconation Therapy?
Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) is a type of behavioral therapy aimed at decreasing the likelihood of someone returning to abusing substances or alcohol. It [...]
Substance Use, Misuse, and Abuse: What are the Differences?
A “substance” is anything that can alter a person’s mood or cognition. Substances can range from caffeine and alcohol to cocaine and heroin. While many [...]
Rebuilding Relationships After Addiction
Addiction is often referred to as a family disease because it doesn’t just affect the person with the substance use disorder, it affects the entire [...]
Grief vs. Depression: Understanding How They Differ
Although they appear similar on the surface, depression and grief are two very different conditions. The two are sometimes confused due to overlapping symptoms, or [...]