The opioid epidemic has stretched across the nation, claiming lives and devastating families and cities. In 2021, Philadelphia is a stark example, with 658 deaths claimed by opioid use in 2021 alone.1 For individuals experiencing opioid addiction, getting the right professional help is not just beneficial but could be the very thing that keeps them…
Trying to break free from meth addiction can feel impossible. The powerful and highly addictive stimulant affects the central nervous system in a way that makes the prospect of rehab, and especially detox and withdrawal, feel daunting. For meth rehab in the Mechanicsburg, PA, area, there’s Arkview Recovery Center. We can provide the compassionate support…
Heroin addiction can have devastating consequences on a person’s physical health, emotional well-being, and relationships. For those seeking a substance-free path, heroin rehab centers are the next step. However, not knowing what to expect in heroin rehab can be nerve-wracking and can keep some people from seeking the help they need in order to overcome…
Recovery is hard work, and the withdrawal symptoms of detox can cause people to avoid that work altogether. That’s why medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is such a powerful tool in addiction recovery. MAT combines the use of FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapies as people go through substance use treatment. It eases detox symptoms and…
An individual experiencing addiction faces many challenges along the way, and recovery is one of them. Managing withdrawal symptoms often requires medication to ease the extremely uncomfortable symptoms. People who choose to quit without help put themselves at greater risk of relapse and potential overdose if they misuse substances again. A pharmacotherapy program is essential…
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…
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,…
At Arkview Recovery, we understand the critical importance of seeking timely and appropriate help for substance abuse and mental health disorders. If you are looking for residential treatment programs around Hershey, PA, you are not alone. Situated in the heartland of Pennsylvania, Hershey is renowned as the “Sweetest Place on Earth,” a moniker it receives…
When we ingest drugs or alcohol, we put toxins in our bodies that need to be filtered out. The liver does an excellent job of filtering out the toxins to keep us healthy. However, it can’t keep up when there is a continuous supply. A drug and alcohol detox program can assist with the detox…