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People around the world have their own theories and opinions about substance abuse. One of the greatest misconceptions of addiction is that it’s always accompanied by a mental health diagnosis. Although it is seen quite often, that is not always the case. Substance use disorder is already classified as a mental illness, so how do…
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Philadelphia Flyer fights against addiction Chris Therien and Pennsylvania Recovery Center are proud to announce a partnership for a new location in the iconic Fishtown section of Philadelphia. As a former professional hockey player defenseman Chris knows a thing or two about being tough. Just to play professionally in this city you have to be.…
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Drug addiction is a lifelong journey that has many pitfalls. Some addicts start taking a drug to relieve painful symptoms from a physical injury and eventually become addicted. Others turn to drugs to numb emotional pain. Alcohol can be a little trickier because it’s such a big part of everyday life and is more socially…
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Pennsylvania Recovery Center is now in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield We are proud to announce we are now officially contracted with Magellan Health. This contract is effective immediately and members can now access our Intensive Outpatient & Outpatient services with ease as we are now recommended and approved provider. The network includes the following…
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  Suboxone Maintenance in Pennsylvania The controversy over this life-saving medication should not even exist. Suboxone, which is made up of Buprenorphine, and Naloxone SAVES LIVES. Say it louder for the people in the back! Despite what your local internet troll/keyboard warrior writes on Facebook community groups or articles about addiction medication-assisted treatment(MAT) works. Why?…
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10 Things Living A Sober Life Can Do For You Authentic Friendships No fake friends where the real friends at?! In the midst of an alcohol or drug addiction where you are partying every day it may seem like you have a lot of “friends”. In reality, these are your drunk buddies and fellow drug…
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Drug overdose rates continue to rise every single year. Drug addiction is an epidemic that has taken a huge toll on society and the economy. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 64,070 people died from drug overdoses in 2016. • It is a 21% increase from the year before of overdoses…
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  Drug & Alcohol Evaluations in Phoenixville, PA | Chester County According to NCADD over 50% of the current prison population will meet DSM-V criteria for substance use disorder or alcohol use disorder and is clinically addicted. We do not have a crime problem in our country we have an addiction problem. Crime is an…
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Alcoholics Anonymous has been a staple in the recovery community for decades. It is a standard part of the Twelve Step Program, which was founded on religious ideals. The Twelve Step Program has since been modified to be a more spiritual solution to addiction. Some people absolutely love Alcoholics Anonymous, while others do not. Background:…
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