Nearly half of Americans say someone close to them is addicted to drugs. When most think of a drug addict, they picture a drug addict as a rebellious young person or someone who’s homeless. But would you picture your senior relatives as drug addicts? Senior drug and alcohol abuse is under-diagnosed. Unlike younger people, seniors […]
Are you falling for a recovering addict? If so, it’s okay to feel hesitant about committing at first. Addiction has many negative stereotypes that our culture pushes on us at every turn. But it’s important to educate yourself about the truth behind addiction and what it really means to be with a recovering addict. Although dating someone in […]
Many people who end up in substance use disorder treatment centers find themselves essentially alone. If they had relationships, their addictive behavior has severed them maybe even beyond repair. If they do have friends, it’s a high probability those friends are more like acquaintances that help find more substance to use. Sometimes, even family members […]
For thousands of years, humans used stories in order to explain the world around them, even those things they didn’t understand. It provided a framework with which to operate and make predictive judgments, even if it was completely inaccurate or outright false. Greek and Roman mythology attempted to explain why it rains, where mountains originated […]
Every addict in New Jersey, or anywhere you look requires accommodations and treatment curated specifically to their personal needs and unique struggles in order to be successful in their recovery. However, there are a few things that everyone who suffers from drug and alcohol addiction, or really any addiction at all, require to reach active […]
Between 2011 and 2015, the average number of people in New Jersey who reported having a mental illness was a staggering 933,674. Though not every one of these nearly one-million people will have a dual diagnosis with substance abuse, many people with mental illness also have an addiction to drugs or alcohol. In these situations, […]
It seems as though the government is starting to take notice that time spent in prison or jail should be used to rehabilitate the offender rather than being seen totally as a punishment. Though there are many forms of rehabilitating people, addiction treatment is New Jersey’s current focus – at least as far as the […]
Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions and stigmas surrounding addiction. Whether you are suffering from addiction yourself, or your loved one has developed a substance abuse issue, its crucial to separate fact from fiction. Here are three things you should know about addiction. For more information, contact our top rated drug rehab centers today. Addiction Is […]
Relapse is very common within the first couple of weeks after returning from treatment. When your loved one returns home after their experience, your support as their spouse is very important. Keep in mind; your loved one has just embarked on a new sober lifestyle. Their entire world as they previously knew it has been […]
Deciding to start your journey to sobriety is a huge step. This is a decision that will change your life forever. If you are a parent, you might be wondering if you should tell your children that you are going to rehab. Chances are your children have recognized your struggles with substances. Therefore, it’s important […]
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