Addiction Treatment in New Jersey
The teen years are a time when young people go through a tremendous amount of changes. Not only are they trying to navigate through the physical changes that come with adolescence, but they are expected to deal with completing high school, deciding on a career (or at least a direction for one), choosing whether they […]
If a friend or family member has been abusing drugs or alcohol and you fear they may be in over their head, we are here to help. The Education And Extended Evaluation Program is available exclusively at our Treatment Dynamics Florham Park location and may be used in the initial treatment of both adults and […]
As more states across the U.S. are legalizing marijuana – for medical and/or recreational purposes – and as more teens are turning to pot in favor of cigarettes, the landscape has changed for parents who are trying to discourage their teenage children from smoking or eating the herbal drug. So, since many states are legalizing […]
Motherhood can be downright relenting and busy. Juggling around-the-clock caregiving with life’s other responsibilities can be downright overwhelming. Unfortunately, for some women, relief from these challenges comes in the form of alcohol or drugs. Women struggling with addiction is a growing problem. While there are still more men with drug and alcohol problems, researchers have […]
It’s incredibly common for a family to have multiple members who struggle with substance abuse. Children of parents with drug or alcohol addiction are more likely to become addicts themselves. And, it’s not uncommon to find multiple siblings within one family who enter recovery. Just how strong is the link between family history and addiction? […]
It’s a dilemma that happens often. A person can either help their addicted loved one and risk prolonging the addiction. Or, they can step back and allow the individual to hit “rock bottom.” Some consider rock bottom to be the lowest point of someone’s life that gets them to stop using. This is the position […]
Do you have a loved one who is struggling with drug addiction? The first step is determining their level of interest in getting help for their problem. If they are positive and open about the possibility of embracing treatment, this is a good sign. Because drugs can hijack the brain and leave an addict powerless […]
Throughout school, my oldest daughter “Suzy” was an A student, on the honor roll and participating in student council. She was the type of kid who wanted to get her homework completed in study hall. She turned her book reports in before they were due, and went to bed early every night. She tended to […]
Addiction is often referred to as a family problem. Every member of the family is affected, and often parents are guilty of enabling a son’s addiction. However, most have no idea that they are doing it. What Is Enablement? Enabling a son who is addicted to drugs or alcohol means helping to make it possible […]
Although it’s difficult to pinpoint just how many marriages fail due to drug addiction, substance abuse is a leading factor in divorce cases across the country. If you struggle with addiction or substance abuse, you already know that drug addiction has a way of creeping into every corner of your life. From performance at work […]
