Addiction affects everyone differently. Before entering our detox program, you will undergo an evaluation with one of our professional and compassionate intake specialists. During this initial assessment, we will ask for information regarding your history of substance abuse, your personal health history, the type of substance you are using, how frequently you are using it, what dosage you typically take, and more. We will also assess your vital signs, such as your blood pressure, and check for dehydration and signs of alcohol or drugs in your urine.
It is important that you are as honest as possible during your initial evaluation. The more information you provide to us, the better able we will be to create a personalized treatment and recovery program for you. Your recovery program should address your specific situation, as well as your unique needs.
Following this initial evaluation, you will enter our residential detox program. You will spend all of your time at our facility, where you can receive the around-the-clock care and support you need as you withdraw from alcohol or drugs. The withdrawal process is different for everyone and also depends on the type of substance you are using, but it typically lasts anywhere from several days to a few weeks. Most often, withdrawal symptoms peak during the first couple of days before eventually tapering off and becoming less intense in the following weeks. To learn more about what to expect with alcohol or cocaine withdrawal, visit our Alcohol Detox and Cocaine Detox pages.
Once you have completed the actual detoxification process and the substance is no longer in your system, the next step in recovery is entering a residential rehab or outpatient rehab in New Jersey.
Medical detox is just the first step in your recovery; if you complete detox but do not continue treatment, you are much more likely to relapse. However, when you actively participate in ongoing substance abuse treatment, you are much more likely to break the cycle of addiction and go on to lead a healthy, full, and sober life.
