Treatment

Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal opioid drug. In 2021 approximately 1.1 million people used heroin and 1.0 million people were addicted to it. One of the reasons heroin is so addictive is that it is extremely challenging to quit. Following heroin cessation, users who have developed physical dependence typically experience moderate to severe

Millions of people in the United States struggle with substance abuse or addiction. Research suggests that as many as 1 in 12 adults in the US live with a substance use disorder (SUD). Without treatment, drug and alcohol abuse usually gets worse–and the consequences can become more severe.  Fortunately, comprehensive addiction treatment can help people

Drug and alcohol addictions are serious conditions at any age, but teen substance use can be especially devastating. Struggling with a substance use disorder (SUD) at an early age can mean living with the consequences of addiction for a lifetime. Without getting comprehensive treatment and receiving continuing support, teens with drug and alcohol abuse face

Fentanyl, a powerful opioid that is estimated to be 50-100 times stronger than heroin and morphine, is responsible for more than two-thirds of all drug overdose deaths in the U.S. Sadly, many of these overdoses are preventable with the right treatment. At The Living Room at Princeton, our fentanyl rehab programs in New Jersey are

What is Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)? Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is an evidence-based approach used to treat substance use disorders (SUDs), particularly for addictions to opioids (such as heroin and prescription painkillers) or alcohol. MAT involves the use of FDA-approved medications in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies to address addiction. Medications used in MAT for opioid