It is estimated that 894,000 adults in the US were diagnosed with alcohol use disorder. South Jersey, a region of seven counties, also suffers from addiction. According to recent data, about 174 people in South Jersey died from alcohol. The availability of early interventions and appropriate treatments in the region is vital. If you or…
The use of suboxone for opioid use disorder treatment is growing because of how effective it is in curbing cravings and managing opioid withdrawal symptoms. Suboxone comes in various strengths. If you have just started taking suboxone or taking it for a while, it’s natural to have questions relating to a low dose and the…
As of 11th January 2024, the overdose deaths, as per CMS data, are recorded to be 776 in NJ. As per the official data, the average rate per day is 70.55. Likewise, more than 1500 deaths happen due to alcohol in the state. While there are various inpatient rehab options, it may not be feasible…
Are you trying to quit addiction and now wondering, how long does meth stay in your system? Or are you worried if it will show up in a drug test? There are a lot of factors that influence the duration of stay in the system. Let’s dig in deeper for a comprehensive overview of meth…
Did you know that a recent study found a 48% prevalence of dual diagnosis in children aged 12-20 years old? Yes, you heard that right, children! Imagine if children are susceptible to a dual diagnosis; the stats for the adults are rightly through the roof. Fortunately, more and more attention is being given to dual…
Medically supervised psychiatric careAlmost 48.2 million Americans used weed at least once, and this number is growing each year. Although a majority of daily users wish to quit, heavy cannabis use can be very difficult to quit without support. Thankfully, supervised detoxification exists specifically to help people detox from weed in a safe, controlled setting.…
You likely know the problematic withdrawal symptoms if you’ve attempted to overcome substance use disorder without medical assistance. This can derail your progress and lead to relapse. For those who are determined to try again, Suboxone® medication-assisted treatment (MAT) could be a valuable option. This medication has helped numerous individuals with substance use disorders break…
Cocaine is one of the deadliest illicit drugs in the country. About 23% of overdose deaths in the US happened due to cocaine. Cocaine poses several different negative consequences apart from losing your life to an overdose. The number of fatalities went from 6,784 in 2015 to 15,883 in 2019. Cocaine may be smoked, snorted,…
The US suffers around 95,000 deaths annually from alcohol. Despite being advanced in treatment, a lack of awareness and proper treatment measures leads to fatal consequences from alcohol. One should seek medical help if one is in trouble with alcohol toxication. It is advisable to have appropriate knowledge regarding alcohol detox so that it can…
Marijuana is widely used, especially because more places now say it is legal for medical purposes or recreational use. However, there are concerns about addiction and overconsumption. Approximately 9% of Cannabis users become addicted, making it difficult to quit. Were you or someone you know started taking Marijuana as fun, and now you are unable…
