Addiction Treatment in New Jersey
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There is a complex relationship between mental illness and addiction. In order to ensure the best outcome, addiction treatment must focus on both conditions simultaneously, following a proper diagnoses. The Dance Between Addiction and Mental Illness “Mental illness and alcoholism or drug abuse interact in a complex dance,” says James Garbutt, MD, professor of psychiatrist […]
Though the occasional drink can enhance special occasions, heavy drinking places individuals at risk for an array of physical and mental health issues. In this entry, we will focus on some common psychological effects of alcohol abuse and addiction. Alcohol Addiction and Mental Health Know this: Excess alcohol intake negatively impacts learning and memory function. […]
During the fall and winter months, you may wish to host parties for Halloween, Christmas, and New Years Eve. Every party should have a signature drink for the guests to enjoy while they are there. If you are recovering from drug or alcohol addiction, you may be unsure how to create the perfect non-alcoholic beverage […]
A Summit Behavioral Health, our recovery specialists are well equipped to address addictions stemming from emotional and psychiatric disorders. Mental disorders may lead patients to self medicate through drug and alcohol abuse in an effort to subdue feelings associated with the disorder. Psychologists generally define these types of cases as dual diagnosis. In order to […]
It took years for healthcare providers to consider alcohol a disease, and a similar battle is being waged over classifying alcohol and drug abuse as a mental illness. Part of the reason is that it can take years for prevailing attitudes to change about an issue, especially when that issue as polarizing as drug and […]
Serenity at Summit, a NJ alcoholism treatment center, outlines the facts on what moderation means and why it’s important. You may have heard the saying, “everything in moderation.” Generally, it means that most things are safe as long as you don’t overdo them. This can go for a lot of things, from eating sweets and […]
Her presentation will provide clinicians and nurses with an understanding of the role of pharmacogenetics testing in co-occurring disorders Union, New Jersey – July 11, 2017 –Summit Behavioral Health is proud to announce that Executive Director of Medical Services Dr. Patricia Allen will be a presenter at Recovery 360 Conference Sponsored by Pyramid Healthcare that takes place from July […]
Most people, who suffer with drug or alcohol addiction problems, don’t tend to look after other areas of their health. Usually, once these individuals arrive for treatment, it is apparent that they do not have regular or healthy nutrition habits. We work with our clients to teach healthy eating habits and help them see the […]
It’s simply human nature to be concerned about how others perceive you. This leads to a need for acceptance and approval – especially in those who find it difficult to be social or engage with others. For some individuals, there is unfortunately the belief that alcohol can help overcome the challenges of shyness and social […]
There is a definite link between substance abuse and mental health disorders like anxiety, depression, and other psychological issues. Sometimes it is the mental illness that causes the substance abuse as people attempt to self-medicate the symptoms, and other times it is the substance abuse that brings on the symptoms of mental illness. For the […]
