Resources
Addiction in New Jersey is a significant issue both from a public health and mental health standpoint. In fact, according to the NJ Department of Health, over 80,000 people entered into a substance abuse rehab program in 2017 alone.
While that is a high number, unfortunately, it’s only a small fraction of the number of people who are suffering. The last 14 months or so have not helped the growing issue either. With many people stuck at home and suffering both mentally and even financially as a result of the covid pandemic, more and more people are looking for ways to numb the pain, both physically and mentally, and just feel better.
Resources for Individuals and Families
Dealing With Addiction
Support for spouses of addicts
Support for Children of addicts
Support for parents of addicts
Support for sibling of addicts
How Addiction Affects Your Health
Addiction-Related Health Complications
How Alcohol Affects the heart
How Drugs Affect The brain
How drugs affect the lungs
What Are Some Common Signs of Addiction?
Behavioral Signs Of Addiction
- Obsessing over the substance
- Hiding drugs or substances
- Denying that they are using
- Wanting to stop but not being able to
- Changes in priorities
- Losing interest in hobbies or activities
- Struggling at work or school
- Severe mood swings
- Ignoring any side effects or ailments as a result of substance abuse
- Ignoring or neglecting family members and friends
- Ignoring or neglecting personal hygiene
- Lying or stealing
- Unexplained financial issues
Physical Signs Of Addiction
- Drastic weight loss or gain
- Bloodshot eyes
- Insomnia
- Dilated pupils
- Personal hygiene problems
- Slurred speech
- Struggling at work orLooking disheveled or unkempt school
- Poor coordination
- Nausea or vomiting
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Insomnia
- Fatigue
- Anxiety
While many people who are suffering from addiction get the help they need on their own, even more, people either convince themselves they don’t have a problem or simply ignore the signs. Sometimes they understand that they have a problem, but they can’t stop for whatever reason. Unfortunately, in these cases, it often falls on the friends or family of those suffering to figure out a way to get them the help they need and get them to go to treatment.
If you have a family member or loved one who you fear is struggling with addiction, it’s important to try and get them the help they need. Many who suffer from addiction won’t go to treatment on their own and frequently need the help and support of those around them to get them to go. While this can be a difficult thing to do, it’s important to know that you don’t have to do it alone. There are rehab resources and addiction resources aimed to help you out.
At Lifetime Recovery it is our goal to get everyone the treatment that they need. We will talk you through the entire process and help you get your family member or loved one the help they need to get on the road to recovery.
What Are The Steps In The Addiction Recovery Process?
- Detox (if necessary)
- reatment program(s)
- Aftercare or sober living
The recovery process is a long one, and in some cases, it never truly ends. However, there are certain steps someone going through treatment goes through to help make it a successful process.
The first step in the overall recovery process is to enter into a detox program. For your body and mind to truly recover from addiction, it can’t have any substances of abuse in it. The only way to do that is to detox so your body can rid itself of everything that’s toxic. While on-site medical detox services are not part of our offerings, our knowledgeable team can guide you to distinguished clinics for this critical care.
Because of the nature of the detox process and its toll on the body both physically and mentally, it is important to detox under the care and supervision of trained medical professionals. This should be done at either a medical facility, a dedicated detox center, or a treatment facility that also offers detox treatment. Attempting to self-detox at home can be incredibly dangerous or even life-threatening.
How Much Does Treatment Cost?
The cost of treatment varies depending on the type of treatment program you enter. While many insurance providers now cover the cost of treatment at least partially, depending on your insurance provider, what they cover, and if they are considered “in-network” or not, you still might incur some out-of-pocket expenses.
At Lifetime Recovery, it is our goal to get you the help that you need at little to no cost you. We will work with both you and your insurance company to ensure that you get the help you need at a price that you can afford.