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Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Programs Serving the Middlesex, New Jersey Area:

Center for Network Therapy

333 Cedar Avenue
Middlesex, NJ. 08846
732-560-1080

Recovery CNT is one of the best ambulatory Detoxification (Detox) centers providing withdrawal treatment for people (Outpatient) dealing with Opiates like heroin, alcohol addiction. In this rehab center, we also provide treatment for methadone detox, buprenorphine, benzodiazepine detoxification in Middlesex, NJ.

Family and Community Services of Somerset County

339 West 2nd Street
Bound Brook, NJ. 08805
732-356-1082

Family and Community Services of is 2.2 miles from Middlesex, New Jersey

Family and Community Services of provides addiction care and rehab services such as short term drug treatment, long term drug rehab programs, outpatient detoxification programs, outpatient counseling, inpatient drug and alcohol rehab centers, and others to clients living in Middlesex, New Jersey and within the surrounding neighborhoods so that they conquer their alcohol and drug abuse disorders and achieve full sobriety. It has services - such as group therapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, contingency management/motivational incentive, and others - which follow its philosophy of the programs that work most effectively. This is because Family and Community Services of believes that complete recovery can only be achieved through highly individualized and personalized care.

In addition, the alcohol and drug rehab facility specializes in many other programs - like programs for the hearing impaired, aftercare/continuing care, suicide prevention services, persons with eating disorders, child care for clients children, transgender or (LGBT) clients and more - as well as many other treatment methods that you can find listed below. Further, this substance abuse treatment center has aftercare plans that work in line with its treatment methods to ensure that individuals achieve permanent, full, and lasting sobriety, stability, and abstinence from drugs and alcohol.

Lastly, Family and Community Services of accepts private pay, private insurance, sliding fee scale, payment assistance, state education funds, access to recovery (atr) voucher, and more.

Breath of Life Counseling Service LLC

107 Cedar Grove Lane
Somerset, NJ. 08873
732-690-4616

Breath of Life Counseling Service LLC is 3.5 miles from Middlesex, New Jersey

Breath of Life Counseling Service LLC provides recovery treatment and rehabilitation services such as short term treatment programs, long term addiction treatment centers, detoxification centers, outpatient individual counseling, inpatient rehab centers, and others to clients living in the local community so that they overcome their substance use disorders and achieve full sobriety. It has services - such as group therapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, contingency management/motivational incentive, and others - which follow its philosophy of the programs that work most effectively. This is because Breath of Life Counseling Service LLC knows that full sobriety can only be achieved through highly individualized care.

In addition, the drug and alcohol treatment program specializes in many other programs - like programs for the hearing impaired, aftercare/continuing care, suicide prevention services, persons with eating disorders, child care for clients children, transgender or (LGBT) clients and more - as well as many other treatment methods that you can find listed below. Further, this drug and alcohol rehab program has aftercare programs that work in line with its treatment modalities to ensure that clients maintain permanent, full, and lasting abstinence and sobriety from alcohol and drugs.

Lastly, Breath of Life Counseling Service LLC accepts cash or self-payment, private medical insurance, sliding fee scale, payment assistance, state education funds, access to recovery (atr) voucher, and more.

Center for Great Expectations

19 Dellwood Lane
Somerset, NJ. 08873
732-247-7003

Center for Great Expectations is 3.8 miles from Middlesex, New Jersey

Center for Great Expectations provides recovery care and rehab services such as short term drug abuse treatment, long term drug abuse treatment, detoxification programs, outpatient hospital programs, inpatient addiction treatment facilities, and others to clients residing in the Middlesex, NJ. area so that they conquer their drug and alcohol use disorders and find full sobriety. It has services - such as group therapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, contingency management/motivational incentive, and others - which follow its philosophy of the programs that work most effectively. This is because Center for Great Expectations believes that full recovery can only be achieved through highly individualized and personalized care.

In addition, the alcohol and drug treatment facility specializes in many other programs - like programs for the hearing impaired, aftercare/continuing care, suicide prevention services, persons with eating disorders, child care for clients children, transgender or (LGBT) clients and more - as well as many other treatment modalities that you can find listed below. Further, this addiction treatment center has aftercare plans that work in line with its treatment methods to ensure that individuals maintain full, lasting, and permanent sobriety, stability, and abstinence from alcohol and drugs.

Lastly, Center for Great Expectations accepts private pay, private medical insurance, sliding fee scale, payment assistance, state education funds, access to recovery (atr) voucher, and more.

Commonly Asked Questions about Addiction and Treatment

What are the effects of drug addiction on the brain?

Drug addiction significantly impacts the brain's structure and function. Here are the key effects:

• Alteration of Neurotransmitters: Drugs can excessively stimulate the brain's reward system by flooding it with dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward. This abnormal stimulation produces euphoria and motivates repeated drug use.
• Brain Reward System Disruption: Over time, continued use of drugs leads to changes in other brain circuits and systems. The overstimulation of the reward circuit causes the intensely pleasurable 'high' that leads people to take a drug again and again.
• Cognitive Functioning and Decision Making: Extended drug use can alter the brain's prefrontal cortex, the region responsible for decision-making, impulse control, judgment, and problem-solving, leading to poor decision-making and impulsivity.
• Memory and Learning: The hippocampus, vital for learning and memory, can also be affected, making it harder to learn and remember information.
• Stress Regulation: Chronic drug use can affect the brain's amygdala, leading to increased stress levels and difficulty in managing anxiety and stress, which can potentially contribute to the cycle of addiction.
• Physical Dependence and Withdrawal: Over time, the brain adapts to the drug, diminishing its sensitivity and making it hard to feel pleasure from anything besides the drug. When the drug is withdrawn, it leads to discomfort and withdrawal symptoms, as the brain readjusts to the absence of the drug.
• Neurotoxicity: Some drugs can cause neurons to die due to overactivation or neurotoxicity, causing lasting damage to brain regions.

What is smart recovery?

SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) is a global community of mutual-support groups that provide a structured, scientifically grounded program to help people manage their recovery from any type of addictive behavior, including substance abuse and behavioral addictions.

SMART Recovery's approach is different from other recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous, which are based on the 12-step model. Instead of focusing on the concept of "powerlessness" over addiction, SMART Recovery emphasizes self-empowerment and self-reliance. It promotes the ability of individuals to change their own thoughts and behaviors to overcome addiction.

The SMART Recovery program is based on principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing. It is designed around a 4-point program:

1. Building and maintaining motivation: This helps individuals to build their motivation to change and avoid relapsing.
2. Coping with urges: This gives individuals the skills to deal with urges or cravings as they arise.
3. Managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors: This is about developing healthy thoughts, emotions, and actions in place of the destructive ones that can lead to addictive behaviors.
4. Living a balanced life: This involves individuals identifying what they truly value in life and building their lives around those values, leading to satisfaction and fulfillment beyond their addiction.

SMART Recovery meetings, both in-person and online, are facilitated by trained volunteers and are free to attend, though donations are appreciated. The program also offers a variety of tools and techniques for self-empowerment and self-directed change, available in various formats such as handbooks, worksheets, and online resources.

What are the signs of meth addiction?

Physical appearance: Meth use can lead to drastic changes in physical appearance, such as rapid weight loss, poor dental hygiene (often called "meth mouth"), skin sores from excessive picking, and premature aging.

Sleep disturbances: Meth is a potent stimulant, causing users to experience insomnia or erratic sleep patterns. They may stay awake for extended periods, followed by crashing for long hours to recover.

Increased energy and hyperactivity: Meth use can cause a surge in energy, leading to hyperactivity, rapid speech, and fidgeting. The person may engage in repetitive or obsessive behaviors, such as cleaning or disassembling objects.

Paranoia and hallucinations: Meth can induce feelings of paranoia, suspicion, and even auditory or visual hallucinations. The person may become increasingly mistrustful of others and exhibit irrational or delusional beliefs.

Aggression and mood swings: Meth addiction can lead to unpredictable mood swings, including irritability, aggression, anxiety, or depression. The person may become easily agitated or display violent tendencies.

Impaired cognitive function: Chronic meth use can cause difficulties with memory, concentration, and decision-making. The person may struggle to maintain focus or display confusion and disorientation.

Social isolation: Meth addiction can lead to social withdrawal, as the person prioritizes their drug use over personal relationships and activities they once enjoyed.

Risk-taking behaviors: Meth use can impair judgment, leading to increased risk-taking behaviors such as unsafe sexual practices, criminal activities, or driving under the influence.

Neglect of responsibilities: Meth addiction can cause a person to neglect personal, professional, or family obligations, resulting in job loss, financial difficulties, or relationship problems.

Tolerance and withdrawal: Over time, meth users may develop a tolerance to the drug, requiring higher doses or more frequent use to achieve the desired effects. If the person stops using meth, they may experience withdrawal symptoms such as fatigue, depression, anxiety, and intense cravings for the drug.