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Silver Pines and Steps to Recovery have provided addiction recovery programs in Pennsylvania for over a decade with detox, residential, outpatient, and sober living services. Last year, we expanded our services to include robust mental health treatment, a new outpatient location, and specialized programming for our nation’s veterans, with more to come this year! We are visually recognizing our growth with a unified look that better reflects who we are today and the passion we have for helping everyone with their addiction and mental health recovery journeys.

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What is The Rescue Remedy for Benzo Withdrawal?

October 21, 2022

Is This Method for Easing Withdrawal Symptoms Safe for Individuals Addicted to Benzos?   What Causes Benzodiazepine Withdrawal? Benzodiazepines, which are better known as “benzos,” are a group of central nervous system depressants that are used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, seizures, and other physical or mental health conditions. Many common prescription drugs such as Xanax, Valium, Klonopin, Librium fall into the benzodiazepine category. These medications, like all other benzos

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What Is Klonopin & Why Do People Use It?

October 21, 2022

Klonopin Uses, Dosage, & Side Effects This common brand-name medication is prescribed to children and adults throughout the country. Keep reading to learn more about Klonopin, its side effects, and potential risks. Klonopin is the brand name for a benzodiazepine drug called clonazepam. This anticonvulsant/antiepileptic medication, which is used for seizures and panic disorders in both children and adults, works by calming the brain & nerves to promote mental and

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Why You Feel Strange After Doing Coke

October 21, 2022

Cocaine, otherwise known as “coke,” is an illicit drug that individuals use recreationally. This powerful substance can cause a high sensation and can make people feel extremely unusual after taking it. This feeling may have them asking, “why do I feel weird after doing coke?”   What Is Coke? A highly addictive stimulant drug, coke works by increasing a person’s levels of alertness, attention, and energy. This substance is illegal

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Can Herbs Help With Benzo Withdrawal?

September 25, 2024

Herbs & Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Withdrawal from any substance, especially drugs in the benzodiazepine category, can be an extremely uncomfortable process. Since withdrawal can be painful and potentially dangerous, it is important to seek treatment as soon as possible. But even though individuals should get treated for withdrawal right away, they need to make sure that they’re getting a treatment plan that is tailored to them and their needs. While many

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Can Gabapentin Cause Depression?

October 21, 2022

All prescription drugs have their own unique sets of side effects. While some medications can help with physical conditions, they may come with a risk of worsening or causing some mental health conditions. Gabapentin, for example, is very effective when it comes to preventing and easing the impact of seizures. But while it is improving your physical health, could this drug be negatively affecting your mental health?   What Is

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Can You Detox From Benzos At Home?

April 4, 2024

What Are Benzos? The term “benzos” is a shortened name for benzodiazepines, a type of central nervous system depressant. Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat conditions like alcohol withdrawal, anxiety, panic disorder, and seizures. While many people who take benzodiazepines use them for medical reasons, some individuals illegally purchase and abuse this type of drug. Some examples of benzos include Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Librium, and Valium. Most benzodiazepines work by attaching

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Does Molly Cause Vomiting?

October 21, 2022

What Is “Molly?” Molly, which is sometimes also referred to as ecstasy or MDMA, is a synthetic party drug. This illegal substance, which was originally developed as a medication to treat depression, is known to have an impact on mood and perception. Molly is typically taken in the form of a tablet, powder, or capsule.   Why People Use MDMA This substance is always referenced as a ‘party drug’ because

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Does Gabapentin Show Up on a Drug Test?

October 21, 2022

Sometimes, a person may be responsibly using a prescription drug and will need to take a drug test for employment or security reasons. False positives may occur in these situations, depending on the drug that someone is using. In some cases, tests may be designed specifically to look for prescription drugs. One drug that one may not expect to find on a drug test is Gabapentin.   What Is Gabapentin?

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The Top 10 Most Used Drugs

April 17, 2023

The term “drugs” covers a variety of substances that change how the mind and body work. Some drugs can be found on the shelf at a pharmacy, while others are illegal and are sold illicitly. Drugs vary in price, availability, and effects — but one thing that all drugs have in common is that they have the potential to be abused. Which drugs are used the most? Keep reading to

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Naltrexone and Hydrocodone

October 21, 2022

Naltrexone and Hydrocodone are both prescription medications. They are typically used to treat different conditions, but may sometimes be combined. Since these two drugs affect the body differently, they may cause serious complications when they are combined.   What Is Naltrexone? Naltrexone is a prescription opiate that is available in both generic and brand name versions (Revia, Vivitrol). It can be taken via injection or by mouth and can be

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