Last year, approximately 21.5 million people were diagnosed with a substance use disorder. Today, over 27 million Americans are current illicit drug users, and 16.3 million people remain heavy alcohol abusers. It is easy for us to jump to conclusions when we think of these people; when we think of drug addicts. It is easy for us […]
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Turnbridge operates leading mental health and substance abuse treatment programs throughout Connecticut. This blog is a resource for people seeking addiction and mental health recovery information and inspiration, and the latest Turnbridge news and events.
Relapse Prevention: What to Do in the Face of Relapse
A recent Huffington Post article quoted, “Relapse may be part of my story, but it doesn’t need to be part of my recovery.” This mantra is consistent with many 12-Step programs. The truth is, relapse happens—but it doesn’t always have to. Understanding the various underlying aspects of relapse, and committing to a renewed lifestyle after […]
Why Marijuana Legalization Puts Our Youth at Risk
Last Spring, the federal CARERS Act of 2015 was proposed. This bill, if passed, will let states legalize medical marijuana without federal interference and relegate pot from a Schedule I drug, a drug of high abuse potential, to Schedule II. It seems that the efforts towards legalization of marijuana are gaining full momentum. According to a […]
WTNH Interviews Turning Point Graduate on Heroin Addiction and Recovery
TP alumnus goes on camera with News Channel 8 to break the stigma of heroin addiction and share a message of hope. This segment is part of a joint effort between News 8 and the New Haven Register to spread awareness around the opiate crisis we are facing in our communities. Click here for the […]
Turnbridge Graduate Shares Recovery Story in New Haven Register
In this article, Casey shares his personal account of falling prey to an epidemic of heroin addiction that is affecting teens and young adults across the nation. Casey is now multiple years into his recovery and uses his experience to help others struggling with addiction and alcoholism. By sharing his story, Casey hopes to reduce […]
Different Approaches to Young Adult Drug Treatment
Adolescents and young adults battle substance abuse very differently than adults over the age of 25. When choosing a rehabilitation program for your teen, it is important to remember that he or she will most likely require distinctive treatment approaches compared to an older peer. Why is this the case? Adolescents and young adults often […]
Beating PAWS: How to Cope With Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome
Recovery from addiction is a journey, and like most journeys, the road to recovery can have some bumps and bounds along the way. For many recovering addicts, the severe withdrawal symptoms that trail behind an addiction are often the biggest obstacle of all. For the majority of drug addicts, recovery does not mean completing the […]
What are “Smart Drugs” & Should We Worry?
Many of us have been there before: Cramming for exams at the last minute, staying up all night to finish a project, or drinking three cups of coffee just to make it through class. It’s safe to say that you, like most people today, rely on some sort of stimulant to enhance your daily function, […]
Behind-the-Screen Drug Dealers: Your Teen May Be Buying Drugs Online
The internet poses great risks for adolescents and young adults. As a parent, you may be particularly aware of cyberbullies. You may acknowledge the risk of older strangers coming into contact with your teen online. Like many parents, you may choose to stay up-to-date with your son or daughter’s postings on social media, or even […]
Recovery Takes Time
“Always remember that the future comes one day at a time” (Dean Acheson) The concept of time in recovery is widely discussed when it comes to treatment of substance use disorders. It is reported that those who stay in treatment longer have higher rates of success for long-term sobriety. Turnbridge’s philosophy, which includes three Phases […]