Jobs for Recovering Addicts: What Are My Options?
Job hunting after recovering from drug addiction is challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. Many people enter or re-enter the workforce with successful jobs with the ability to make...
NJCAEF Proposes SBIRT Program for Young Adults Suffering from Substance Abuse
With substance abuse rampant across both the nation and the state of New Jersey, the NJCAEF has proposed a program called SBIRT for young adults in school to fight the...
Drug Rehabilitation: How Do I Know Which to Choose?
If you are someone seeking help for your addiction or inquiring about options for a loved one, there are various ways to achieve effective treatment. However, there are three common...
Where Do People Get Their Painkiller Prescriptions to Misuse?: A Case Study
It’s no secret the opioid epidemic has grabbed the headlines, with over two decades of substance abuse now coming into the limelight. It began in the late 90s, with pharmaceutical...
How to Support Someone Battling Addiction
Addiction is everywhere, affecting millions of lives each day. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, there are over 29 different drugs that are commonly misused. From alcohol, opioids,...
How is Fentanyl Abused Today?
Fentanyl is fatal. It’s a destructive drug that can cause severe, irreversible consequences, even in the smallest doses. While fentanyl has been around for decades as a means to treat...
October 26th is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
It’s October, meaning it’s National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, dedicated to spreading awareness about drug abuse and how communities can come together to comeback the crisis. There are various events...
New Jersey’s Knock Out Opioid Abuse Town Hall Series
If you live in the state of New Jersey, you may have been aware of the ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic. For instance, an influx of federal grants...
Facts About Fentanyl: What You Need to Know
Opioid addiction is rampant across the country, which began with the abuse of prescription drugs. Now there are substitutes on the street such as heroin and fentanyl that have added...
Signs a Person is Abusing Painkillers
The rise of substance abuse cannot be ignored, nor can the type of drugs a person uses to alleviate their symptoms or problems. You’ve most likely heard of the opioid...