Addiction Treatment in New Jersey
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Upon successfully completing drug or alcohol rehab, many recovering addicts report a deep sense of accomplishment, a feeling of connection with their fellow rehab attendees and a rejuvenated spirit. If you’ve recently completed rehab, take a moment to acknowledge yourself for the hard work you’ve put in and for being willing to face some of […]
Delaware Online recently published a long-form news report on how the state is keeping track of babies born addicted to heroin and other hard drugs, and our very own Dr. Elizabeth Drew added her expert voice to the conversation. According to the report, four addicted babies died in Delaware in 2015 that were in […]
Did you know that the brain eats itself, in a sense, when somebody gets high on cocaine? Media company Mic.com, which focuses on a millennial audience, took a closer look at this topic earlier this week, even reaching out to Serenity at Summit Medical Director Dr. William D. Stanley for his expert insight. Mic.com said […]
As the number of overdose deaths from prescription drugs and heroin in New Jersey rises, legislators have introduced a package of bills with a goal to revamp the way that the state both tries to prevent and treat drug abuse and addiction. See our very own co-founder, Thomas Allen Jr. discuss the prescription drug abuse […]
When an addict finally admits he or she needs formal help, it’s a huge step. Sometimes, interventions are needed, and in other cases, a brush with death or a serious life event is what it takes to get the addicted person to realize that he or she can no longer sustain the same lifestyle and […]
Adderall can be helpful to individuals who struggle with narcolepsy and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but the prescription drug comes with a laundry list of potential side effects, and is especially risky for teens. The millennial-focused media outlet Mic.com explored this topic earlier this week, enlisting our very own Patricia Allen for her expertise […]
Researchers closely associate substance dependency with the trait of impulsivity. Impulsivity is the desire to choose an immediate, but lesser, reward over a longer but more valuable one. Impulsivity is a known precursor to drug addictions, as the abuser prefers the short but immediate effects of drugs and alcohol to the lengthy process of recovery […]
Dealing with any kind of addiction can be a harrowing experience. Substance addictions are usually easy to recognize and it’s more apparent to see when that addiction has become out of hand. However, behavioral addictions are a little bit harder to deal with. Some destructive behavior happens while under the influence of substances, but what […]
Many struggling with substance abuse ask our NJ drug addition experts if the 12-step program is an effective way to change their lives for the better. Addiction is a disease that affects millions of people – if not directly, then indirectly as the family and friends of those who are addicted to drugs or alcohol. […]
Summit Behavioral Health’s very own addiction expert and Chief Clinical Director, Maria Ulmer, offers helpful insight on a question frequently asked by the loved ones of an addict. Q: How Do You Approach Someone to Tell Them That They Need Help? A: Addressing someone you care about regarding an addiction or compulsive behavior can be […]
