Unfortunately, drug use has been on the rise across the United States. According to a Pew Research study, nearly half of the population knows [...]

It is rather common knowledge that a huge illegal drug epidemic exists in the United States—in fact, overdose death rates from opioids rose by [...]

There are some words that most of us are pretty familiar with when it comes to the conversation around substance abuse and addiction. These words [...]

Seeing someone you love struggle with alcohol use disorder is heartbreaking. It’s no wonder you and so many others are searching for ways that you [...]

As the executive director of Pyramid Healthcare’s newest detox and inpatient treatment center, Michaela Resser is quickly discovering how different life in Newport News can [...]

Adalberto Morales maintains a number of responsibilities as clinical director at the Pyramid Healthcare Newport News Treatment Center. He regularly supervises counselors, authorizes discharge planning, [...]

Being thankful isn’t just something to practice around the holidays. Gratitude is the art of appreciating all life has to offer, and it doesn’t just [...]

While cocaine had its heyday 40 years ago, the substance is still widely used and abused today. Cocaine is an addictive drug and can cause [...]

Talking with family about addiction will never be easy, and you may not know the right thing to say. Whether you are personally struggling with [...]

Methamphetamine, also known as crystal meth or simply meth, is an illicit stimulant that causes a rapid and intense high. Although the high only lasts [...]

Overcoming mental health obstacles is a journey. There are endless treatment modalities, frameworks of practice and accommodations for diverse needs. Services look different for everyone, [...]

The internet makes it possible to share and utilize addiction resources through mobile apps, virtual support groups, podcasts and more. Read on to discover free [...]

Domestic abuse affects more than 10 million men and women per year in the United States. What makes domestic abuse so insidious is that it [...]

In behavioral health, it is very common to hear the term “evidence-based.” Evidence-based means that an approach is supported with scientific evidence and extensive research. [...]

What are benzodiazepines? Benzodiazepines are sedative medications that work by calming the central nervous system when it is overexcited. This is achieved by benzodiazepines’ ability [...]

Substance use disorders (SUDs) frequently co-occur with other mental health disorders, such as anxiety and depression. Bipolar disorder also has a high co-occurrence rate with [...]