Prescription drug addiction is a growing crisis affecting individuals and families across New Jersey and the United States. What often begins as a legitimate medical need for pain relief, anxiety management, or sleep support can spiral into a dangerous dependency. Whether involving opioids, benzodiazepines, stimulants, or sleep medications, prescription drug addiction can impact anyone—professionals, students, parents, and seniors alike.
Without expert treatment, long-term use of prescription drugs can lead to physical dependence, emotional instability, cognitive impairments, and increased risk of overdose. Certain medications, particularly opioids and benzodiazepines, cause changes in brain chemistry that make quitting incredibly difficult without medical supervision. But with the right care, healing is possible—and at Recovery at the Crossroads, compassionate, evidence-based treatment helps individuals regain control and rebuild their lives.
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How to Recognize Prescription Drug Addiction
Identifying prescription drug addiction can be challenging, especially when the use began under a doctor’s care. However, several key signs can indicate a problem:
- Taking higher doses or using medication more often than prescribed
- “Doctor shopping” or seeking prescriptions from multiple providers
- Physical dependence, including withdrawal symptoms when skipping doses
- Decline in performance at work or school, or strained relationships
- Mood swings, anxiety, irritability, or signs of depression
- Loss of interest in activities that once brought joy
- Using pills in ways not intended, such as crushing or snorting
Withdrawal from prescription medications—especially opioids, benzodiazepines, and stimulants—can be medically serious and emotionally distressing. If you or someone you care about shows signs of misuse, it’s time to seek professional help.
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The Long-Term Dangers of Prescription Drug Misuse
Continued misuse of prescription drugs can lead to devastating consequences, both physically and mentally. Opioids like oxycodone and hydrocodone can slow breathing and lead to fatal overdose. Benzodiazepines such as Xanax or Ativan can impair memory and coordination, and stopping them abruptly may trigger seizures or psychosis. Stimulants like Adderall and Ritalin can cause paranoia, heart issues, and severe sleep disturbances when misused.
Over time, addiction to prescription drugs often damages relationships, disrupts employment, and erodes mental and physical health. Chronic use can contribute to:
- Long-term brain changes that increase impulsivity and reduce emotional regulation
- Heightened risk of overdose, especially when combining medications
- Organ damage, including liver, kidney, and cardiovascular complications
- Co-occurring mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD
- Isolation, hopelessness, and suicidal ideation
Recovery at the Crossroads offers a safe, medically supported environment where you can begin healing with the right combination of clinical care, peer support, and holistic therapies.
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Levels of Care for Prescription Drug Addiction Treatment
Prescription drug addiction requires a flexible, multi-level approach to care. Recovery at the Crossroads offers a full continuum of services tailored to your needs at every stage of recovery:
What Are The Most Commonly Abused Prescription Drugs?
Understanding which medications are most commonly associated with addiction helps guide treatment planning. At Recovery at the Crossroads, we provide treatment for a wide range of prescription drug dependencies, including:
- Opioids: OxyContin, Percocet, Vicodin, fentanyl, codeine
- Benzodiazepines: Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Valium
- Stimulants: Adderall, Ritalin, Dexedrine
- Sleep Aids: Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata
Each class of drugs presents unique withdrawal symptoms, risk factors, and psychological impacts. Our clinical team is trained to identify these factors and develop personalized care strategies that address the specific substance, method of use, and co-occurring mental health challenges.
The Link Between Mental Health and Prescription Drug Addiction
Prescription drug abuse is rarely a stand-alone issue. In many cases, it develops alongside or in response to mental health problems. Conditions like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD are frequently linked with substance misuse. Individuals coping with emotional pain or undiagnosed mental disorders may turn to prescription medicines for relief.
Unfortunately, misusing prescription drugs to self-medicate can mask underlying psychiatric conditions, delay proper diagnosis, and worsen both addiction and mental health. This is why Recovery at the Crossroads takes an integrated approach to treatment, addressing both the substance use disorder and any co-occurring mental health conditions through evidence-based care and trauma-informed therapy.
Behavioral Treatments That Work
At Recovery at the Crossroads, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all care. Instead, we draw on a variety of proven behavioral treatments that help clients build resilience and maintain sobriety long after treatment ends. Our therapies are grounded in addiction medicine and adapted to each person’s medical history, cultural background, and spiritual values.
Some of the behavioral therapy modalities we use include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Contingency Management
- Family Therapy
These therapies help uncover the root causes of addiction and teach individuals how to replace addictive behaviors with healthy coping mechanisms.
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Prescription Drug Addiction
For individuals with opioid use disorder or prescription drug addiction involving benzodiazepines or other substances, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) can be a critical tool for recovery. MAT combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and therapy to reduce withdrawal symptoms, stabilize mood, and prevent relapse.
Common MAT medications include:
- Buprenorphine or Suboxone
- Naltrexone (Vivitrol)
- Methadone (in certain cases)
MAT, when combined with behavioral therapies, significantly improves the chances of long-term recovery and reduces the risk of relapse. These medications must be administered under the care of a qualified healthcare provider.
Developing Healthy Coping Mechanisms and Life Skills
Addiction often robs people of more than their health—it can impact decision-making, relationships, and the ability to manage day-to-day life. To support sustainable recovery, our programs teach clients how to replace addictive behaviors with healthy coping mechanisms.
These skills include:
- Stress management
- Nutrition and sleep hygiene
- Mindfulness and meditation
- Communication and conflict resolution
- Building sober social networks
These tools are essential for relapse prevention and long-term well-being.
Insurance and the Cost of Care
Cost should never be a barrier to healing. Recovery at the Crossroads works with many major insurance providers and offers transparent support to help you understand what your plan covers. We’ll verify your insurance coverage and assist with any paperwork necessary for treatment approval. We offer a variety of payment options outside of insurance, as well.
Call our admissions team at 888-342-3881 to verify your insurance and discuss options today, or verify your insurance online and we will be in touch promptly.
Take the First Step Toward Recovery at Home in New Jersey
If you or someone you love is struggling with prescription drug addiction, don’t wait. Seek treatment today and take control of your future. With the right treatment plan, clinical support, and peer encouragement, a meaningful and sober life is within reach.
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