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Rutgers - Program for Addictions Consultation And Treatment

Drug Rehab Center in Piscataway, New Jersey

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Alcoholism

PACT offers individualized treatment and aftercare services to people in Piscataway, NJ suffering from alcohol abuse, opioid addiction, and other substance abuse issues with a holistic approach to recovery.

About Rutgers - Program for Addictions Consultation And Treatment in New Jersey

Rutgers Program for Addictions Consultation and Treatment (PACT) offers specialized treatment and support services to individuals living in Piscataway, New Jersey and surrounding areas who may be struggling with addiction or substance abuse. The team of experienced practitioners utilizes evidence-based methods and treatments to support those in need and provide personalized, effective therapeutic services. Treatment modalities include individual, group and family therapy as well as aftercare support.

The facility specializes in services for those dealing with alcohol abuse, opioid addiction, and other substances. PACT works with clients and families to create a positive recovery experience. The facility also provides referrals and resources to help individuals achieve long-term sobriety. Their outpatient program takes a holistic approach to recovery, as they understand the complex, interconnected aspects of addiction and how it affects the individual, their family, and the broader community.

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  • Male
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  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
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  • Individuals
  • Couples
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  • Conditions and Issues Treated

    Rehabilitation, Medication, and Therapy – a combination of all three is most effective.

    The most successful treatments for drug dependence or abuse have been those that include education and counseling and medication such as methadone or buprenorphine. The right drug abuse treatments need counseling, psychotherapy, and detoxification or medications to help with withdrawal symptoms.

    Substance abuse can take many different forms, including the overuse or misuse of prescription drugs, unprescribed drugs, alcohol addiction, and drug addiction.

    A combination of treatments is often needed to treat drug abuse issues effectively. In the case of drug abuse, there is no easy answer or one-size-fits-all cure.

    While some drug addictions can be treated with counseling and support groups, many drug abusers also need medication to help them overcome their addiction. In other cases, drug abuse can lead to a medical problem and require medical treatment.

    Treatment for drug addiction typically combines counseling and psychotherapy with medication and behavioral therapies. In some rare cases, hospitalization may also be required. All different treatments combined are the best way to help someone addicted to drugs, alcohol, or other substances.

    Treatment for opioid addiction is best made with the help of medical professionals who are experienced in dealing with these types of drugs. This treatment can involve medications, exercise, behavioral therapy, and counseling sessions. It is important to note that the effectiveness of treatments for opioid addiction vary, so it is vital to research which treatment options are suitable for each individual.

    Many people who struggle with opioid addiction need to attend specific programs like methadone , Suboxone or Vivitrol clinics.

    These types of programs will provide the patient with legal, prescription medications that can help them overcome their cravings for illegal opioids like heroin or fentanyl . If the patient has a chronic condition like Hepatitis C, they must undergo treatment before they can begin taking these medications.

    Levels of Care Offered

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Outpatient treatment can be considered the lowest intensity level of addiction treatment in Piscataway, NJ. It is ideal for early phase addiction or lower intensity addictions. Rutgers - Program for Addictions Consultation And Treatment peer group support, 12-step programs, and individual counseling are likely to be involved.

    Aftercare support is vital to those who have completed a drug or alcohol treatment program. This support comes in individual and family counseling, treatment of psychiatric and other medical conditions, and medications to reduce cravings. It helps recovering addicts adjust to normal day-to-day activities and can last for a year or longer.

    The majority of drug and alcohol addicts who receive aftercare treatment do not relapse. It is estimated that without aftercare, the relapse rate will be between 70 to 90 percent for most people. Aftercare is the final stage in addiction recovery, but it will also help maintain sobriety if relapse does occur.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individual therapy is ideal for addicts who want to focus on themselves. It can also be helpful for those whose withdrawal symptoms are exacerbated by the presence of other people.

    Benefits of individual therapy are:

    • Access to a personalized treatment plan that focuses on the individual needs of the addict
    • More privacy during treatment sessions
    • Better personal development through introspection
    • Increased self-awareness regarding addictive tendencies in order to avoid relapse
    • Greater potential for a long-term recovery plan
    • Receiving professional advice and detox assistance from medical staff

    Family therapy can help you and your family deal with old issues that may trigger substance abuse. The idea behind family therapy for drug addiction is that you are never fully healed from substance abuse until you’ve healed your relationship with your family, too. To get sober, you need to find a different way to cope with the pain in your life.

    This is when a group of people in various stages of recovery meet up and discuss their experiences, triggers, successes, failures, and even alternative therapies! Unlike support groups where everyone already knows each other, group therapy is conducted along side outpatient or inpatient treatment at Rutgers - Program for Addictions Consultation And Treatment.

    Payment Options Accepted

    For specific insurance or payment methods please contact us.
  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    Rutgers - Program for Addictions Consultation And Treatment Location and Directions
    Address Information152 Frelinghuysen Road
    Piscataway, New Jersey 8854 Phone Number(848) 445-6111 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Piscataway, New Jersey Addiction Information

    The state of New Jersey is afflicted by the rising opioid overdose crisis and the increase in the number of residents engaging in illegal substance abuse. 90% of the 2,900 drug overdose deaths in New Jersey involved opioids in 2018. Over 1.1 million New Jersey residents reportedly use drugs in a given year. High prevalence of drug and alcohol abuse caused 14% of all deaths in the state between 2008 and 2017.

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