Crack Addiction Treatment Options

Crack Addiction: History, Harm, and Recovery

In the United States, there was a surge in crack use from the 1980s to the early 1990s. Despite the amount of time that has passed since that time, the effects are still present. For example, the use of crack during that time frame contributed to the criminalization and marginalization of African Americans.

Crack is still used today, by individuals of varying races and ages. An estimated 6.2 million U.S. residents try crack at least once in their lifetime. Crack can have a significant impact on a person’s body, especially after long-term abuse.

SOBA New Jersey provides a full continuum of care for crack addiction, including medically supported detox, residential treatment, outpatient programs, and sober living when it’s helpful. If you want to talk through what treatment could look like for you or someone you love, call our team. We’ll answer your questions and help you figure out the next step.

What is Crack Cocaine?

Crack is a form of cocaine that has been processed into small, solid white rocks so it can be smoked, rather than taken as a white powder. Like other types of cocaine, it is a stimulant made from the coca plant, which grows primarily in South America.

Crack is highly addictive and often creates a stronger, faster high than powdered cocaine. When smoked, effects can start in under 10 seconds and usually last only 5 to 10 minutes. Because the high fades quickly, people may feel a sharp crash afterward, including depression, irritability, trouble sleeping, and paranoia.

If you or someone you love is struggling with crack use, SOBA New Jersey is here to help. Our team provides trusted, structured support for lasting recovery. Call today to learn how we can help you take the next step.

Signs and Symptoms of Crack Use

There are a number of signs and symptoms associated with crack use. This includes:

• Having dilated pupils
• Rise in body temperature
• Increased heart rate
• Rise in blood pressure
• Psychosis
• Hallucinations
• Delusions
• Talking fast
• Eating a lot of food at a fast rate or not eating at all
• Being nervous

If you’re ready to break free from addiction, SOBA New Jersey can provide you with support each step of your journey. This allows you to focus on your treatment rather than looking for new treatment providers. Call SOBA today to learn more about our services.

Why Crack Is So Addictive

A crack addiction creates similar changes in our brains as other drugs and alcohol. When you use crack, your brain releases a surge of the hormone dopamine, which makes you feel good. This release is a normal response for pleasurable activities. However, the surge that is released is more rewarding than other behaviors that create this response.

After that initial surge occurs, the reward system in your brain is changed and you now begin to look for ways to experience that same surge of dopamine. This leads to repeated use and can contribute to cravings that you experience.

Additionally, crack costs less than powder cocaine which can be a factor as to why people choose to use crack over cocaine. While this is a common belief, it is not always true.

Levels of Care for Crack Addiction

SOBA New Jersey offers a full range of support for people recovering from crack use, including detox, inpatient care, outpatient services, and sober living. If you want to talk through what might be the right next step for you, you can call our team anytime.

The encouraging thing to know is that crack use is treatable, and there are several levels of care designed to meet people where they are. A mental health or addiction provider can help you figure out which option fits your needs and situation.

Detox is often the first step for people who are just starting recovery. It provides medical monitoring and steady support while your body adjusts and withdrawal symptoms settle.

Inpatient treatment offers structured, all-day programming in a safe setting. It helps you understand the roots of substance use, build healthier coping skills, and create a strong foundation for recovery. Some programs may also include additional therapies that support emotional healing and overall well-being.

Outpatient treatment can be a good fit for people who are transitioning back into daily life. It allows you to live at home while continuing therapy and support, giving you space to work through challenges as they come up.

Sober living provides a stable, substance-free environment for people who want more structure after treatment. Living with others in recovery can also make it easier to build healthy routines and supportive relationships.

SOBA provides these levels of care in New Jersey, along with evidence-based and supportive therapies to help you stay grounded in recovery. If you are ready to learn more, call today and we will walk you through your options.

Crack Addiction Treatment at SOBA New Jersey

Addiction is known to create chaos in your life. You can probably think of one or more examples of this in your own life. Treatment programs can be a scary, or overwhelming step in your recovery journey. There are so many things to consider, like what kind of program you need and what to look for in a provider.

At SOBA, we understand the difficulties that can arise during the course of your addiction treatment, which is why we offer a full continuum of care. This approach allows us to support you at each step of your journey and takes away the need for referrals as your needs in recovery change.

Our New Jersey drug detox program will provide you with medical supervision and support as your body adjusts to the natural changes that come with recovery. While detoxing from crack does not have the same risk as other substances, encouragement, and medical support can help make this transition easier for you.

Our inpatient rehab program offers a variety of treatment approaches to ensure that you receive the support you need. Our staff will work with you to customize your treatment plan to ensure that all of your needs are being met. Our treatment options include:

• Dual-diagnosis treatment
• Family therapy
• Adventure therapy
• Nutrition and wellness therapy
• Telehealth treatment options
• Alumni program

Outpatient programming can provide you with a valuable source of support as you adjust to early recovery. Continuing treatment gives you a place to come and talk about the challenges you have experienced, and to celebrate your successes. This is the time when you will be applying the skills and knowledge you learned earlier in your treatment experience.

One of the many things that sets SOBA apart from other providers is our sober living options. We know that being in a substance-free home is an important part of recovery. Additionally, active addiction can create tension and problems in your relationships, so it may be beneficial for you to stay in a sober living home while you and your family work together to process and navigate your relationships.

There will never be a point in your journey when it is too late to get help. If you have been in treatment before, our staff will work with you to see what else you need to have a healthy recovery. SOBS is the ideal crack addiction treatment center in New Jersey and is a name you can trust. To learn more about our available treatment options, call today!