Cameron B. is a resident currently in Phase III of Turnbridge’s long term drug rehab program. Like many of those who suffer from addiction, Cameron has struggled through several attempts at rehab in the past, only to fall back into old habits. Since coming to Turnbridge, however, he has discovered a desire to live a […]
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6 Tips for Staying Sober After Leaving Drug Treatment
You’ve just finished primary drug treatment. Twenty-eight days spent re-discovering the inner you. Plush emotions bursting through, perhaps you’ve begun keeping a journal where you write about your latest revelations. Twenty-eight days spent learning. Learning how drug and alcohol abuse damage your body and damage your brain. Learning the latest coping technique, the latest mind/body […]
The Effects of Marijuana Use: How to Tell if Your Teen is Abusing Marijuana
Fact: Marijuana is the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States. In a recent federally sponsored survey, 60 percent of high school seniors say they think marijuana is safe, and 23 percent say they’ve used marijuana in the past month—more than those who used alcohol or smoked cigarettes. A concern for the harmful […]
Addiction Myths: A Danger to Recovery
Many of us fear what we don’t know. It’s not so much a weakness, but rather human nature. So picture this: you’re son or daughter, your friend, your co-worker…maybe he or she is drinking more often. Maybe you notice signs of drug use – always short on money, personal effects disappearing. Then denial sets in. […]
The Difference Between ‘Getting Sober’ and ‘Living Sober’
There’s nowhere to turn, all bridges have been burned, nobody’s answering the phone for you, and if you reach deep into your pocket you’re coming up with, at best, pennies and lint. You can’t stand to look at your reflection in a store front window, but when you catch a glimpse all you see is […]
James T – Developing a Desire to Remain Sober
James T. is a recent graduate of Turnbridge’s residential treatment center. During his time at college James became addicted to prescription medication and obsessed with video games, and after a long struggle he followed the advice of his therapist and sought help for his addictions. James’ struggles with prescription medication began at a young age […]
Grant G. – Unsung Hero
Grant G. is Turnbridge’s Unsung Hero for the month of July. Grant currently serves as Turnbridge’s Volunteer Coordinator, a position he has held for over a year since his transition from the Support Staff. As Volunteer Coordinator, Grant works to establish and maintain relationships with various non-profit agencies in the community. He assists Phase II […]
The Marriage of Clinical Services and Sober Living
When a person is admitted into a drug treatment center for drug and alcohol addictions, there is often a hope or a wish that after one month the issues have gone away. Many times professionals will hear the reasons why the individual has to go home. “I have so much to do,” “I have to […]
Denise D: Learning How to Help Your Addicted Son
Denise D. is the mother of Craig, a successful graduate of the Turnbridge long term drug rehab program. During Craig’s senior year of college he came to his family and asked for help with his drug addiction, and with their support and the help of Turnbridge’s addiction treatment program, Craig has worked hard and regained […]
Top Warning Signs of Relapse
It is often said that a relapse begins long before the substance is actually ingested. It is my belief that there exist certain warning signs that are commonly associated with an eventual relapse. If identified early, it is possible to address these changes in thinking and behavior in a way that will prevent a relapse […]