Entries by Allan Donald

From Crisis to Recovery: New Jersey’s Approach to Treating First Responders with PTSD and Addiction

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Introduction First responders serve as the bedrock of societal resilience—rushing into danger when others flee. But beneath the valor lies an often invisible battle. Many of these individuals silently endure the cumulative psychological toll of traumatic exposure, eventually developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and, all too frequently, substance use disorders. New Jersey has emerged as

Addiction and Suicide Prevention: A Dual-Focus Effort in New Jersey

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Introduction Addiction and suicide have long been regarded as significant public health crises, each affecting thousands of individuals, families, and communities. However, what often goes unnoticed is the intricate and destructive relationship between these two issues. In New Jersey, the state faces the dual burden of battling the ongoing opioid epidemic and the rise in

From Awareness to Action: Grassroots Movements Combating Addiction in New Jersey

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Introduction New Jersey stands at the epicenter of a protracted struggle against addiction—a crisis as complex as it is pervasive. From suburban enclaves to urban corridors, substance abuse has carved a deep groove into the state’s public health fabric. Traditional responses—rehab centers, judicial diversion programs, and statewide campaigns—have often been reactive, fragmented, or inaccessible. In

Bridging Gaps: Improving Access to Addiction Care in Underserved New Jersey Counties

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Introduction New Jersey, a state of economic diversity and urban-rural contrasts, is confronting a profound challenge: a surging addiction crisis that disproportionately affects its most underserved counties. While the opioid epidemic garners headlines in metropolitan centers, smaller counties like Cumberland, Salem, and Warren grapple with spiraling substance use disorders in the shadows. The disparity in