People tend to refer to any alcohol addiction as “alcoholism.” Healthcare workers and other professionals recognize the need for more specificity. After all, an alcohol...

Growing up in a household with an alcoholic parent can have a profound and lasting impact on a child. Even as adults, children of alcoholic...

According to Merriam-Webster, “to lace” means “to adulterate with a substance.” In other words, it involves putting something into something else. In the case of...

Are you ready to take the first step toward sobriety and reclaiming your life? The Early Recovery Workbook is your ultimate guide for navigating the...

The decision to enter an addiction treatment center, especially for alcohol rehab, can be difficult on several levels. At Garden State Treatment Center, we understand...

The drug addiction epidemic in New Jersey is continuing to worsen. While many drug overdose losses involve the use of opioids, the unfortunate truth is...

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects a person’s life in many ways. Often, they experienced flashbacks, anxiety, or nightmares related to the traumatic event. Unfortunately, that...

Hypnotherapy is a psychological treatment that can help people overcome addiction. It uses clinical hypnosis to induce a natural, trance-like relaxed state. This is sometimes...

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of talk therapy or psychotherapy that is commonly used, not only by those who are suffering from addictions...

According to National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 178,000 people lose their lives to alcohol-related diseases annually. Alcoholism involves an inability to control the...

From prescription drugs to alcohol, there are numerous substances that you can become dependent on. In New Jersey, there’s a growing need for addiction rehab...

A “functional” or “high-functioning alcoholic” is someone who drinks alcohol heavily and suffers from alcohol use disorder but still manages to hold down a job...

Cannabis is often seen as a safer, less risky choice than other common recreational drugs. Not only are life-threatening reactions rare, but scientists continue to...

“Getting roofied” is slang for getting drugged against your will, then experiencing sexual assault. “Roofies” are the street name for drugs like the sedative Rohypnol...

Magic mushrooms, or psilocybin mushrooms, have gained popularity for their psychedelic effects and potential benefits for mental health. But like any organic substance, they can...

When it comes to sexual health, many people are understandably concerned about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). A common question is...

If you’ve been reading news headlines recently, you may have noticed some surprising research on using mushrooms for anxiety and stress. While the headlines are...

In the modern workplace, you’re likely to encounter drug testing at some point in your career. While a drug test is a harmless formality to...