Top Passaic, Addiction Recovery Centers: Reviews and Ratings

Of all Passaic County residents admitted to rehab in 2016, 83 were under the age of 18. A total of 32 of these teens were from Passaic City.¹

There are many reasons why a teenager might begin abusing substances. Often, they want to show their independence or fit in with a specific crowd. Other common reasons for substance abuse in teens include:²

• To relieve stress.
• To ease the pain of a breakup or family troubles.
• To feel more like a grown up.
• To feel good.
• To relieve boredom.
• To try something new.

Specific groups of teenagers who may be more likely to abuse substances include those who:²

• Get low grades in school.
• Have low self-esteem.
• Are victims of bullying.
• Go to a school without rules forbidding drug use.
• Aren’t educated in the risks of drug use.
• Have parents who enable these behaviors.

Luckily, there are many treatment approaches directly tailored to teenagers. Often, these treatments include evidence-based behavioral therapy intended to modify their patterns of thinking and help them achieve abstinence. However, treatment should be based on the teen’s particular needs and situation.³

If your child is suffering from substance abuse, it’s time to get them the help they need today. Browse our directory now to search for Passaic drug rehab centers for teenagers and young adults.

Sources

1. Department of Human Services, Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services. (2017). Substance Abuse Overview 2016 Passaic County.
2. Get Smart About Drugs. (2017). Why do Teens Use Drugs?

3. National Institute on Drug Abuse. (2014). Principles of Adolescent Substance Use Disorder Treatment: A Research-Based Guide.