The United States makes up less than five percent of the world’s population, and yet, we house about 25 percent of the world’s prisoner population. Nearly 300,000 of the people currently incarcerated (in both U.S. state and federal prisons) are being held for drug-law violations: drug dealing, drug possession, illicit drug use. In 1980, just […]

In a recent post, Turnbridge discussed some of the many benefits of getting sober. In this blog, we will discuss the many reasons to stay sober for good. Drug abuse is detrimental, bearing many physical, psychological, personal and external consequences. And those who are using are not the only ones affected by it – their […]

Teenagers are impulsive: they act out, they drink, they experiment. But did you know that, above other demographics, teenagers are also at high risk for getting addicted to drugs? According to addiction research, those who start using drugs before age 18 will typically experience more chronic and rigorous drug use later in life. They are […]

Overcoming: Conquering. Surmounting. Rising above. If you are currently battling a substance addiction, these words may feel a bit idealistic. Pertaining to sobriety, they may feel especially impossible or out of reach. How can you overcome something that has already taken such a toll on you? It is easy to feel discouraged when you’re struggling […]

An 18-Year-Old Girl Died From a Synthetic Opioid She Bought Online.  Opioid Dealers Embrace the Dark Web to Send Deadly Drugs by Mail.  Synthetic Opioid Nicknamed ‘Pink’ Blamed For Deaths Of Two 13-Year-Old Utah Boys.  Deadly Fake Percocet Contains Synthetic Drug Seven Times Stronger Than Morphine.  Synthetic Opioid Used To Tranquilize Elephants Found In Two […]

Recovery is a process, one that requires time, patience, motivation, commitment, and support. At times, the road to recovery may feel especially long and hard, but it is important to remember that it is also a positive one. Addiction recovery brings with it many wonderful memories, lasting relationships, healthy routines, and an undeniable self-awareness that […]

Addiction is a chronic disease that happens over an extended period of time and after repeated substance abuse. It does not happen overnight. Neither does addiction recovery— Addiction, just as it started, takes time to overcome. Recovery is a gradual process, one that requires extended drug treatment and a lifelong commitment to sobriety. If you […]

When someone you love is addicted to drugs, it can be tremendously difficult to know what to do, who to turn to, and where to go for help. Especially when that someone is your son or daughter. It is tough enough to see your child put him or herself in danger. As a parent, it […]

Chris Cornell, legendary rock star and frontman of the bands Soundgarden and Audioslave, was found dead on May 18, 2017. His death, according to the Medical Examiner of Wayne County, Michigan, was declared to be one by suicide: Chris Cornell reportedly hung himself in his Detroit hotel room after playing his last show earlier that […]

If you are battling a drug addiction and living in the state of Connecticut, know that you are not alone. Currently, there are more than 60,000 people getting professional help for substance abuse and addiction across the state. But thousands more – including you or your loved one – are still fighting that fight. Some, […]