Facts
- Unlike macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats, alcohol is referred to as empty calories or calories that have no nutrition.
- Parents who don't understand or consider the risks associated with giving prescription drugs to a teenager or other family member for whom the medication was not prescribed are putting these individuals at risk of adverse affects of prescription drug use as well as dependence and addiction.
- Over 500,000 emergency room visits related to the use of alcohol in combination with other drugs in 2009 included the following drugs: central nervous system agents (e.g., analgesics, stimulants, sedatives) (229,230 visits), cocaine (152,631 visits), marijuana (125,438 visits), psychotherapeutic agents (e.g., antidepressants and antipsychotics) (44,217 visits), heroin (43,110 visits)
- Over 60% of adult men who report consuming alcohol in the last 30 days are more likely to binge drink than women (47%) during the same time period.
Port Republic, NJ. - AdolescentsAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehab facility is often an overwhelming task. Sadly, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional treatment in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend an adult drug treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug treatment centers have been created to focus on adolescents and their specific needs pertaining to drug addiction recovery. Substance abuse professionals who are skilled in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your loved one and guide them through their recovery process.
- Thomas E Hand and Professional Assoc
4.2 miles from Port Republic, New Jersey
Thomas E Hand and Professional Assoc is located at:
283 East Jimmie Leeds Road
Absecon, NJ. 8205
If you would like to contact Thomas E Hand and Professional Assoc, you can reach them at 609-748-3331.
Thomas E Hand and Professional Assoc offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
- Amethyst Personal Growth and
15.3 miles from Port Republic, New Jersey
Amethyst Personal Growth and is located at:
Miami Somers Building
Somers Point, NJ. 8244
If you would like to contact Amethyst Personal Growth and, you can reach them at 609-704-5383.
Amethyst Personal Growth and offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)