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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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A Guide to Protracted Withdrawal Symptoms

October 21, 2022

What Symptoms Will You Experience If You Have Protracted Withdrawal Syndrome?   Protracted Withdrawal: The Definition Protracted withdrawal is different from acute withdrawal (which is usually just referred to as “withdrawal”) in one profound way. While the symptoms of protracted withdrawal are similar to those of acute withdrawal, protracted withdrawal symptoms last much longer. Acute withdrawal symptoms typically last anywhere from about 5 days to 3 weeks, while protracted withdrawal

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Do I Have a Hangover or Alcohol Poisoning?

October 21, 2022

Almost all adults who drink alcohol, whether casually or heavily, have experienced a hangover at some point in their lives. Fewer individuals can say they have had alcohol poisoning. In some cases, however, a person with an extremely bad hangover may think they are going through alcohol poisoning. And on the other hand, alcohol poisoning can sometimes be confused for a very bad hangover. This is because the symptoms of

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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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How Long Does Being Drunk Last?

October 21, 2022

So you’re planning to go out for a night on the town with your friends, but you have work the next morning. You’d like to let loose and enjoy a few drinks since you haven’t seen your friends in a while, but you don’t want to show up drunk to your shift the next day. Will you be completely recovered by the time you have to go to work? How

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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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Signs That You May Be A “Weekend Alcoholic”

October 21, 2022

It’s a common assumption that alcoholics are sloppy, jobless individuals who do nothing but drink all day every day, but that isn’t always necessarily the case. In fact, some people who only drink on the weekends can even be considered an alcoholic.   Can You Be An Alcoholic & Only Drink On Weekends? Yes, you can be an alcoholic and only drink on the weekends. However, that does not mean

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Why Do Some Drug Users Have Bad Skin?

October 21, 2022

The Impact of Drugs on Your Skin Our skin is the first thing a person notices when they look at us. Since we were children, we have all had very complicated relationships with our skin. We were constantly worrying about blemishes, acne, hair growth, and other natural processes that happen to our bodies. As we get older, we experience other skin issues like fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots that

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Is Anger A Sign of Alcoholism?

October 21, 2022

Since drinking is socially accepted all over the world, it can be hard to tell when someone has an actual problem with alcoholism. However, long-term alcoholism can cause serious mental and physical health complications, so it should be treated as soon as possible. Even though alcoholism can come with dangerous risks, full treatment and recovery is possible. A person who has alcoholism may be in denial of their own disease

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