Achieving Your Full Potential in Recovery
October 30th, 2019Achieving your full potential in recovery simply consists of continuing to grow and learn ways to put your skills to use in everyday life situations.
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Addiction Recovery Blog
Our Garden State Treatment Center blog features articles and news related to recovery and substance abuse.
5 Myths About Getting Sober
October 21st, 2019There is a lot of hearsay about recovery and addiction, but if you educate yourself a little, you'll see that there are a bunch of myths, and getting sober can bring you a better way of life.
When Addicted Loved Ones Ask for Money
October 18th, 2019Addiction is a disease of manipulation - those suffering will go to great lengths in order to get what they want, including asking for money to fuel their addiction.
How Addiction Can Destroy a Marriage
October 16th, 2019Because addicts continue to use despite consequences, they usually lose their jobs, financial stability, health, and relationships.
How Negative Emotions Can Lead to Relapse
October 14th, 2019There are many reasons why we choose to use drugs or alcohol. Everyone has their own personal reason, but they all come from some sort of emotional, psychological or physical cause.
Drug Overdoses in Pittsburgh, PA
October 9th, 2019Pittsburgh has been especially hit hard by the opioid addiction epidemic in the area. Interstate drug trafficking is a big problem that accounts for many of the drug overdoses in the city.
Should I Go to NA or AA Meetings?
October 4th, 2019When an addict has the desire and willingness to get sober for the first time, they probably wonder which twelve-step program is better, Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous?
How Seasonal Affective Disorder Encourages Drug Abuse
October 2nd, 2019Seasonal affective disorder is more common than you may think. Experiencing this type of depression is dangerous as it can cause or worsen addiction if you're already facing this problem.
Overcoming the Fear of Addiction Treatment
September 18th, 2019The fears that addicts have about going to treatment include fear of withdrawal symptoms, loss of friends or relationships, fear of change, fear of rejection, fear of how to handle life without the use of substances.
What is HALT: Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
September 11th, 2019The acronym HALT helps recovering addicts remember to take care of themselves. When people are drunk or high, the last thing they pay attention to is whether or not they are eating, sleeping, feeling angry, or lonely.
Brad Pitt Opens Up About His Alcoholism
September 9th, 2019Brad Pitt has opened up about his continued personal struggles with alcoholism, as well as his time spent in Alcoholics Anonymous.
How Long Does a Drug Rehab Program Last?
September 6th, 2019People interested in getting addiction help at a drug rehab center are often concerned about the average length of addiction treatment. If you want to know how long does a drug rehab program last, check out our article.
Drug Treatment for Addicted Parents
September 2nd, 2019If your parent or family member has an addiction to alcohol or drugs, it is critical that they receive help for their disease to prevent further damage to the familyloved ones, and themselves.
Does Smoking Marijuana Lead to Harder Drugs?
August 30th, 2019Marijuana is also known as the gateway drug. For adolescents and adults, once a person tries marijuana, they are likely to try harder and even more dangerous drugs.
How to Tell if Someone Has Relapsed
August 28th, 2019If someone you love or care about has relapsed, it best to let them know that you are always there to help. They might not want to hear it at the time, but considering treatment after a relapse is the most sensible approach.
Tips for Saying No to Getting Drunk
August 26th, 2019Learning how to say no to getting drunk is crucial for staying sober. We all have friends and peer pressure might lead you to break sobriety. Here are tips on how to say no.
Motivational Quotes for Getting Sober
August 21st, 2019Becoming sober can be a daunting task, especially if others around you drink or do drugs. We have some motivational quotes to help you power through those tough times.
Should Overdoses Be Treated as Attempted Suicide?
August 13th, 2019As accidental drug overdoses are on the rise, the question is should a drug overdose be treated as an attempted suicide? We are becoming more informed about the link between overdoses and suicide.
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