Addiction Therapy
A personality disorder, such as anxiety, is often an underlying factor that contributes to addiction. Substance abuse is often a symptom of self-medication as an attempt to cope with anxiety. Instead of getting help from a therapist or talking to your family, you may turn to drugs or alcohol instead. As a result, both anxiety…
People who have an addiction and disorder need equal and unique treatment for each. Through dual diagnosis, a therapist evaluates both conditions to determine the right type of care. Dual diagnosis seeks to address the underlying factors that led to the addiction. They may integrate a range of evidence based and holistic therapies that promote…
Outpatient treatment is an option for people that need ongoing care for addiction but does not require 24/7 supervision. It is part of a broader continuum of care that also includes detox and aftercare. Benefits of outpatient treatment in NJ include giving clients access to the same programs as an inpatient or residential treatment. There…
Addiction can cause fatal consequences. In fact, drug overdoses have recently become the leading cause of death among Americans under the age of 50. Between 2015 and 2016 alone, there was a 22% increase in the number of fatal overdoses, while fatal heroin overdoses have increased by more than 400% since 2010. During treatment, rehabs…
Mental health conditions and substance abuse disorders can negatively impact your physical health, cognition, and relationships. Mental health disorders and addiction are both chronic and progressive diseases that change your brain chemistry and impair your judgment. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a highly effective treatment for PTSD. But how can EMDR therapy help…
While people of all ages can have bipolar disorder, most people first experience symptoms in their mid-20s. Bipolar disorder causes significant mood disturbances, making it difficult to understand how to help a loved one with bipolar disorder. Since bipolar disorder requires medications to regulate and control, regular visits to a psychiatrist are an essential part…
If you are considering rehab for drug or alcohol addiction, you’ll want to choose the best one for you. Before you can decide, it’s important to understand the difference between inpatient vs outpatient rehab. These two programs can be extremely beneficial for those battling substance abuse, but their differences should be taken into consideration when…
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