How to Avoid Relapse in Early Recovery
In terms of recovery success, crisis resolution is only half the battle. Achieving stability after a recovery program is often more challenging than recovery after an acute mental health crisis or addiction withdrawal. Drug and alcohol addiction relapse occurs when a person reinstates substance-seeking behavior.1 In mental health disorders, some define relapse as occurring when […]
Why Do Police Officers Face Addiction & Mental Health Disorders?
Police officers have been identified as an at-risk population for developing substance abuse and mental health disorders. Limited research and low numbers of self-reported disorders make quality data on the prevalence hard to find. Still, anecdotal evidence and clinician experience suggest the numbers to be significant. Though data is limited, it is not hard to […]
How Addictive is Alcohol?
Alcohol addiction is a complex issue that affects millions of people worldwide. From the casual social drinker to those battling with a severe dependency, alcohol has the power to hijack the brain and create a vicious cycle that’s incredibly difficult to break free from. But what exactly is happening in the brain that leads to […]
What Are the Effects of Addiction on LGBTQ Communities?
Research is done on observable problems. Interventions are designed based on research findings. Right now, research indicates the need for an expansion of treatment and prevention interventions specific to the LGBTQ community. At Relevance Recovery, we use evidence-based therapies and unique alternative therapies designed to address substance use disorders and mental and behavioral health concerns. […]
What are the Benefits of Transgender Drug Rehab Programs?
Addiction treatment programs have higher successful outcomes when they are tailored to the specific needs of their clients. At Relevance Recovery, we offer targeted New Jersey drug rehab for LGBTQIA+ individuals. Our treatment program is designed to address specific LGBTQIA+ community concerns while providing a safe space to recover. Speak with an admissions coordinator today to […]
Is There Drug Rehab for Firefighters?
Everyone has heard the statement, “firefighters run in while others run out.“ But how do firefighters handle the stress of running into a life-threatening situation? Firefighters, police officers, and EMS are at a greater risk for developing stress-related disorders, substance abuse disorders, and many other behavioral health concerns. Based on this information, programs have been […]
What are the Benefits of Intensive Outpatient Rehab?
Addiction treatment is often thought of as either inpatient treatment that lasts for months or outpatient treatment that is infrequent and ineffective. But there is a middle ground. Intensive outpatient rehab meets multiple times a week, provides supportive medication-assisted therapy, and helps clients build a local community of like-minded individuals. At Relevance Recovery, our Freehold, […]
Is There a Medication-Assisted Treatment Program in New Jersey?
Medication-assisted treatment programs are designed to support individuals through detoxification and treatment and are widely available across the United States, including the state of New Jersey. A medication-assisted treatment program in New Jersey provide individuals with a specific medication that mimics the drug abused to reduce detoxification symptoms while undergoing treatment. By taking a medication […]
What is a Holistic Drug Treatment Program?
People talk about holistic health like everyone should understand what it means without ever explaining it. Holistic medicine focuses on treating the whole person, not just the individual disease. A holistic practitioner will not just focus on the person’s unique disorder or illness but on improving the individual’s overall well-being. This is incredibly important, and […]
Are Benzos Dangerous For Teens?
Benzodiazepines are extremely dangerous for teen use. These drugs are used to induce sedation, reduce anxiety, and even cause amnesia are commonly abused to create a euphoric high. According to the DEA, young adults often take the drug orally, crush it, or snort it to get high. Relevance Recovery, our New Jersey teen treatment program, […]