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New Jersey Counselor Tells Sobering Truth About Teen Drugs

New Jersey Counselor Tells Sobering Truth About Teen Drugs

At a presentation in Cranford, New Jersey, recently, a New Jersey certified alcohol and drug counselor spoke to parents about the harsh reality of teen drug and substance abuse. The presentation was sponsored by the Union County Municipal Alliance. The drug counselor told the assembled parents that drug usage in teens has changed, and is often centered on legal stimulants, quasi-legal synthetic drugs, and prescription and over-the-counter medication. “There is a drug problem in every community,” he said. “It doesn’t matter who they are or where they come from.”

Statistics have shown troubling trends in the rise of drug use in New Jersey. And though there are positive steps that parents can take to limit their teens’ exposure to drugs, there is only so much parents can do. Whether the drug in question is bath salts, painkillers, meth, cocaine, marijuana, or anything else, they should be kept far away from teens or there might be terrible consequences. In case kids do get their hands on drugs, the best remedy is the same it’s always been: a good treatment program in a caring facility.

If you or someone you know has a problem with drug addiction or dependence, you should seek help now before more drugs are spread around. Thankfully, there is good help available. Detoxification and behavioral therapy have proven to be effective in treating drug dependence. Addicts are often unable to complete treatment on their own or with family members, so it’s very important to seek the right treatment center. At Seabrook, we customize our treatment plans to individual patient’s needs, so you know the help you’re getting is right for you or a loved one. Seabrook has rehabilitation centers in New Jersey (NJ), Pennsylvania (PA), and an outpatient center in New York (NY). Contact Seabrook today for any questions about drugs, addiction, and treatment.