Addiction Treatment in New Jersey
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Detoxification, or riding your body of drugs or alcohol, is the first crucial step of the recovery process. It’s so significant that you really cannot start moving forward in recovery without first having accomplished detox. Attempting to begin therapy, counseling, and psychiatric care while you still have drugs or alcohol in your system, isn’t just […]
Let’s face it, the word detox sounds a little scary, and the term “medical detox” is widely misunderstood. To understand their meanings, it’s best to take them one at a time. Detox, which is short for detoxification, is the process by which toxins or toxic substances (such as What traces of drugs or alcohol) are […]
Are you looking at detox centers and trying to choose one for yourself or a loved one? There are a number of facilities offering similar services, and finding the right one may seem challenging. Before you make a decision about where to go for detoxification services, here are some factors to look at that may […]
When a new client enters our detox program at Summit Helps, we make sure that he or she understands that there is a strict schedule that is to be adhered to. We expect our guests to follow it carefully so that they get the full benefit of our program and start the process of putting […]
Those addicted to opiates while pregnant must detox to avoid serious health risks to their unborn children. Summit Behavioral Health recommends mothers seek professional help to curb their addictions as quickly as possible to best combat the chance of serious repercussion. Prior to detoxification, it is important to discuss treatment options to ensure a healthy […]
The length of time that drugs remain in your system is ultimately dependent upon the type of substance used. Different substances metabolize at different speeds; ranging from about one hour to several weeks. Detoxification refers to the process where by an individual cleanses their body from these harmful substances. Throughout this period, patients often experience […]
The relationship between mental illness and addiction is complex, and the treatment of individuals with these co-occurring disorders, (also known as dual-diagnosis) is even more complicated than the treatment of either condition alone. Dealing with alcoholism, substance abuse or drug abuse is never easy. It is even more difficult if one is also struggling with […]
It is a reality that many individuals who struggle with mental illness will self-medicate with alcohol or drugs. It’s also a sobering truth that many otherwise healthy individuals who fall into addiction eventually acquire mental illness. The Link Between Addiction And Mental Health Issues The link between addiction and mental illness is undisputedly strong. In […]
The first step in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is to admit that you are powerless over alcohol and that your life has become unmanageable. It’s a difficult step to realize that you have a drinking problem, but even this admission can be followed by destructive behavior. Popular talk show host Wendy Williams recently announced on her […]
Addiction is defined as the fact or condition of being addicted to a particular thing, substance or activity. It is estimated that over 23 million people in America are battling an addiction. Unfortunately, many of these people never get the help that they need and the disease of addiction ultimately ruins their lives. Addictive substances […]
