In Englewood, New Jersey, and the surrounding Bergen County area, drug and alcohol abuse is a serious problem. During 2016, 1,314 people in Bergen County were admitted to substance abuse treatment for alcohol addiction. More than 1,200 people in Bergen County received treatment for heroin abuse in 2016.1
If a loved one is struggling with alcohol or drug addiction, it can be tough to know how to help them. Drug use does not mean that the person has a problem with willpower. Most of the time, people who are addicted cannot stop on their own. Repeated drug and alcohol use changes the brain. These changes make it very difficult or even impossible for a person to quit using the drug or substance without help.2
Although a doctor or mental health professional is the only one who can diagnose an addiction, there are some signs of addiction you should know so you can assist your loved one in getting help. They include:2
If your loved one exhibits these or similar signs of addiction, it could be time to get them help. See if they will agree to see a doctor. If they refuse, you can still contact treatment centers on your own or use an interventionist. Take a look at our directory for a listing of treatment options in your area. A professional can help you determine the best way to get through to your family member or friend.
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I was in the treatment facility almost two years ago. I completed and was doing great. Unfortunately I relapsed and was fortunate to get into the program again. Well I messed up and wasn't ready. So unfortunately for me I left. Now I am no longer allowed to seek treatment at Seabrook which is unfortunate for me. It's been almost two years. I would think I would have been forgiven. I'm a addict. But I reached out for help and was told no. I don't understand that. Isn't that what this facility is all about? Helping the addict work on getting clean. I'm killing myself and my mom. I'm lost with no help. I just want you to know I needed a chance and didn't think I would be banned because of a stupid decision on my part to leave. I just want you to know you could be a chance for someone to make it or die. Just wanted to let you know.