Inhalants Addiction Treatment Options

The Reality of Inhalant Addiction

Inhalant use is more common than many people realize. Around 2.2 million people ages 12 and older in the U.S. reported using inhalants in the past year, and about 3.6% of 8th graders said they had used them as well. Even though inhalants don’t get talked about as much as other substances, the risks and impact can be serious, especially for teens.

Adolescence comes with a lot of pressure and uncertainty, and experimentation can happen quickly when substances are easy to access or normalized by peers. What starts as curiosity can turn into a pattern that’s hard to stop without help.

SOBA New Jersey offers a full continuum of care for inhalant addiction, so treatment can match what you or your loved one needs at each stage. If you want to talk through options, our team is here to help.

What are Inhalants?

Inhalants is a name used to describe a grouping of chemical vapors that can be inhaled to create a mind-altering effect. Inhalant use is more common among teens and adolescents than in adults. The four general categories of inhalants include:

• Volatile Solvents- examples include paint thinners, dry cleaning fluids, degreasers, gasoline, glue, felt-tip markers.
• Aerosols- examples include spray paint, hair spray, vegetable oil spray, fabric protector sprays.
• Gases- examples include whipped cream dispensers, butane lighters, propane tanks, and refrigerants. Medical examples include chloroform, halothane, and nitrous oxide.
• Nitrates- examples include video head cleaners, room odorizers, leather cleaners, liquid aroma.

Volatile solvents, aerosols, and gases directly impact the central nervous system, while nitrates are used to dilate blood vessels, which can relax muscles.

If you have been considering an inpatient drug rehab center for yourself or a loved one, we encourage you to call SOBA New Jersey. You will quickly learn why we have become a trusted name as a drug rehab for inhalant addiction.

The Dangers of Inhalant Use

There are several health dangers associated with the use of inhalants that you should be aware of. Long-term health effects that can occur include liver and kidney damage, poor coordination, spasms in limbs, brain damage, and delayed development.

One of the short-term side effects of inhalant use that can be dangerous would be the presence of hallucinations.

Additionally, inhalant use can lead to death due to asphyxiation, suffocation, convulsions, seizures, coma, choking, and injuries resulting from impairment.

SOBA offers an inhalant substance abuse program that provides detoxification, inpatient rehab programming, outpatient programming, and sober living options. Call now to speak with a representative about our inhalant addiction treatment options!

Signs and Symptoms of Inhalant Use

Individuals who are abusing inhalants may act as if they are drunk. Some of the signs and symptoms that you may see in someone who is abusing inhalants include:

• Smelling like chemicals
• Paint stains on self or clothes
• Empty solvent containers, chemical-soaked rags, and empty paint cans
• Red eyes
• Runny nose
• Slurred speech
• Nausea, loss of appetite
• Poor coordination
• Irritability
• Depression

As an inhalant addiction treatment center in New Jersey, SOBA offers unique treatment options that can enhance your treatment experience. To learn more about our trusted substance abuse treatment facility, call now!

How Can Treatment Help with an Inhalant Addiction?

While an addiction to inhalants is not common, it can still happen if a person is using them often. Detox is a treatment recommendation for individuals who are abusing inhalants because they can experience withdrawal effects, including nausea, sweating, insomnia, and moodiness.

Something to take into consideration with individuals who are abusing inhalants is their age. Since inhalant abuse is more common among adolescents and teens, it may be appropriate to engage in additional addiction treatment programs.

Substance abuse treatment programs can help adolescents and teens learn about the dangers of inhalant use the risk of addiction and explore the reasons that they have been using inhalants. Specialized treatment groups could be beneficial for teens as adolescents because it would allow them to make connections with others in their age group who have experienced similar pressures and challenges.

If someone is using inhalants to manage anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health concerns, treatment needs to address both issues together. Dual-diagnosis care helps people build healthier ways to cope, regulate emotions, and handle stress, so they’re not relying on inhalants to get through the day.

At SOBA New Jersey, we provide supportive, structured treatment for inhalant addiction led by an experienced clinical team. If you want to understand what care could look like for you or your loved one, reach out. We can talk through options and help you take a clear next step.

Inhalant Addiction Care at SOBA New Jersey

When people think about substance use, they usually think of alcohol, opioids, or prescription drugs first. But inhalants can be just as dangerous, and when use becomes a pattern, professional treatment can make a real difference.

At SOBA New Jersey, we offer a full continuum of care, so you can get the level of support that fits your situation. That may include medically supported detox, residential treatment, outpatient programming, and sober living. Your plan is built around you, with care that adjusts as your needs change, so you are not pushed into a one-size approach.

We also treat the full picture when mental health is part of the story. If anxiety, depression, trauma, or another condition is contributing to inhalant use, dual-diagnosis care helps address both at the same time. This can make recovery more stable and easier to maintain.

Recovery is not only about stopping a substance. It is also about rebuilding daily life. Alongside clinical treatment, we offer supportive services like family therapy, adventure therapy, and nutrition and wellness support to help you strengthen the habits and coping skills that protect long-term recovery.

For some people, returning home too soon can feel risky. Our sober living options provide a stable, substance-free environment while you keep building confidence and structure. If you live alone, feel unsure about triggers at home, or need more time before stepping back into your usual routine, this can be a helpful bridge.

If you are ready to talk about inhalant addiction treatment, call SOBA New Jersey. We will listen, answer questions clearly, and help you figure out a next step that feels doable.