Addiction Treatment in New Jersey
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For many of us, there’s a common image of a homeless person taking a swig of liquor from a paper bag or in a back alley shooting up heroin. There has long been an association between homelessness and substance abuse. Yet, why is this the case? Although there are certainly many alcoholics and drug addicts […]
While change may be difficult, taking the right steps during addiction treatment is the only way to help ensure a long and healthy recovery. When you are starting on your path to recovery, you will find that there are things that you have to change about your old life in order to stay on that […]
For many people who struggle with stimulant drug abuse and dependence, drug use can become closely intertwined with sexuality. Users of cocaine or methamphetamine often find that these drugs reduce sexual inhibitions and boost libido, which can potentially lead to risky sexual behaviors. This can result in not only problematic sex acts, but also an […]
When you understand exactly what is happening to your loved one it’s easier to cope with the ups and downs Addiction takes a toll on both the addict and the people around them. If your spouse, child, or loved one is suffering from an alcohol or drug addiction disorder, you know firsthand how difficult it […]
There are many reasons why people fall into drug or alcohol abuse. Here are the top 10 reasons as reported by NJ addiction treatment center. When most people think of drug addiction, they picture someone who is incapable of holding down a job, having a family, or functioning in everyday society. The reality is that […]
New Jersey addiction treatment center explains how to deal with serious pain and the risk involved with prescription pain medication while maintaining recovery. Everyone will experience physical pain at some point. Whether you’re in an accident, suffer from chronic back pain, have surgery, or break a bone, there is no one who is immune. That […]
Many fans knew that actress Carrie Fisher struggled with substance abuse, but may not have known about her therapy dog, says addiction treatment center. The late 2016 death of iconic Star Wars actress, humorist, and writer Carrie Fisher left millions of fans around the world in mourning. Fisher, who was an outspoken advocate for mental […]
Stress is something that everyone seems to have more than enough of these days. For clients in treatment for substance abuse, developing effective strategies to deal with stress is an important part of learning how to live a new, sober lifestyle. At Summit Behavioral Health, we know that when clients are unduly stressed, it can […]
Paul Lavella With Summit Behavioral Health Shares – Tips To Help You Sleep Waking up refreshed after a good night sleep is priceless. If you’re in early recovery, you know (more than anyone else) exactly what I mean. Maybe a mother to a newborn child also knows the struggle, but I think we’d agree – […]
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 […]
