Pain Management for Opiate Addicts
There’s no doubt that the opioid epidemic has led to an increased public health concern about chronic pain management. For people who have an opioid [...]
How to Identify Signs of Opioid Abuse
Awareness is a powerful tool in the fight against opioid abuse. Frequently, a person who develops a substance use disorder will also experience numerous other [...]
What Is the Difference Between Mental Health & Emotional Health?
You may have heard the terms mental health and emotional health used interchangeably. You may have even used them as synonyms yourself. However, mental and [...]
Common Causes of Depression in Women
Depression is the most common mental health disorder. As with other health conditions, depression in women often differs from depression in men. Women are twice [...]
PA Dept. of Human Services Chief Medical Officer Visits Pyramid Healthcare Center of Excellence
On Wednesday, March 27, Dr. David Kelley, Chief Medical Officer for the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’ Office of Medical Assistance Programs, visited Pyramid Healthcare, [...]
Everything You Need to Know About Aftercare Programs for Sobriety
There’s a huge emphasis placed on addiction treatment, and rightly so. Psychotherapy, medication and other therapeutic modalities are your best bet for long-term sobriety. However, [...]
Seven Mental Health Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
Mental health disorders are more common than you think. Approximately 54 million Americans suffer from some form of a mental or behavioral disorder. We all [...]
Teen Opioid Use: Risk Factors and Prevention
The opioid epidemic is a significant issue throughout the country, with the president even declaring it a public health emergency in 2017. Opioid use affects [...]
Frequently Asked Drug, Alcohol, and Behavioral Health Assessment Questions
At Pyramid Family Behavioral Healthcare Assessment Center, we get a lot of questions about how our assessment process works. We have included a list of [...]
Treatment Options for Depression (Major Depressive Disorder)
Depression is the most common mental health disorder in the United States, while major depressive disorder is the most commonly diagnosed form of depression. Worldwide, [...]