Fentanyl, an extraordinarily potent synthetic opioid, has been increasingly on the radar of public health officials due to its escalating role in substance abuse cases. Understanding key points about this drug can be life-saving, both for those dealing with substance abuse and for their loved ones. This article aims to shed light on the things…
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. It is a prescription drug primarily used in healthcare settings for pain management, particularly after surgery. However, due to its powerful opioid properties, fentanyl has also found its way into illicit drug markets, where it’s often mixed with heroin or…
Pharmacotherapy can be incredibly effective in managing mental health issues associated with addiction. It can help reduce cravings, alleviate symptoms of withdrawal, and provide the body with medication to manage physical dependencies. While pharmacotherapy may sound intimidating or complex, it doesn’t have to be—here’s what you need to know about it and the types of…
Treating addiction sometimes requires the use of medication and behavioral or psychotherapy to treat all aspects of this complex mental health disorder. Before enrolling in an addiction treatment program, there are several pros and cons of pharmacotherapy that you should be familiar with. Knowing what is involved with the recovery process can ease any worries…
Heroin is a dangerous substance responsible for thousands of deaths annually nationwide. In 2021, 5,168 Pennsylvanians died from an overdose, which is the state’s number one public health and safety concern. If you know someone who is abusing heroin, you should be familiar with the common withdrawal symptoms that are associated with heroin addiction. Heroin…
Overcoming an opioid addiction is especially difficult because the drug alters your brain chemistry. That’s one reason so many people with opioid use disorder have trouble getting through rehab. The effects of physical withdrawal can drive people away from getting clean. Pharmacotherapy treatment using drugs like Suboxone offers a new way forward. At Arkview Recovery,…
If you’re considering detoxing from alcohol, it’s important to understand the potential benefits. Detox can be a powerful way to jumpstart recovery and start down the road toward long-term sobriety. Alcohol detox is not only beneficial to your physical and mental health, but it also provides many other benefits. From reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms…
Altoona, PA, residents looking for a residential treatment center to help them recover from addiction can find the support they need at Arkview Recovery. According to US News & World Report, Altoona was ranked as one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania due to its vibrant culture and access to outdoor activities such…
Lewisburg is in the heart of Pennsylvania in the Susquehanna Valley and is home to several nationally registered historic buildings. When walking through downtown, you can check out the art deco theatre, the Lewisburg Children’s Museum, and many boutique shops and restaurants.¹ Lewisburg residents struggling with a severe addiction due to alcohol or opioid abuse…
Reading, PA, is known as the pretzel capital of the world, with several famous pretzel bakers, such as Dieffenbach Sourdough Pretzels, Tom Sturgis Pretzels, and many others. Recently the town has become very popular with cyclists, with over 125 trails in five beautiful preserves. Over the last few years, Berks County has seen a steady…