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These meetings are free and open to any parents of a child with substance use concerns. No program affiliation is required to attend.

CONNECTIONS Newsletter Archive

Missed a copy of the Turnbridge Connections Newsletter? On this page you can find all of the editions we've published previously. Click on the date of the issue you'd like to read and stay up to date with all of happenings at Turnbridge.

Juice Wrld's Death and Struggles with Prescription Drug Addiction

Last month, the world lost 21-year-old rap and recording artist, Juice Wrld. Juice – whose given name was Jarad Higgins – had just gotten off a private flight from L.A. when he suffered a seizure in the Chicago Midway airport....Read more about Juice Wrld's Death and Struggles with Prescription Drug Addiction »

Polydrug Abuse: What it Is & Why We're Concerned

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Across the nation, there is a rapidly rising phenomenon hitting emergency rooms. It’s known as “polydrug abuse,” and it is affecting young drug users most of all. ...Read more about Polydrug Abuse: What it Is & Why We're Concerned »

How to Choose the Right Women's Drug Treatment Center

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Choosing the right drug treatment center is, undoubtedly, an overwhelming task. Especially if it is for your daughter, your sister, your wife, or a close female friend....Read more about How to Choose the Right Women's Drug Treatment Center »

Why Do People Go to Rehab?

The thought of going to drug rehab can be a tough pill to swallow, for addicts and their loved ones alike. Many feel that their addiction is not “bad enough” to go to rehab, so they wait it out....Read more about Why Do People Go to Rehab? »

The Most Common Co-Occurring Disorders with Substance Abuse

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About half of people who battle a substance use disorder in their lifetime will also experience a mental illness. The same can be said vice versa....Read more about The Most Common Co-Occurring Disorders with Substance Abuse »

"Am I OK to Drive?": The Risks of Impaired Driving & Signs You're Too High to Drive

The holiday season – specifically, the time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day – is considered “one of the deadliest and most dangerous” times to drive in the United States....Read more about "Am I OK to Drive?": The Risks of Impaired Driving & Signs You're Too High to Drive »

How to Support Loved Ones in Recovery During the Holidays

During the holidays, many families will feel especially grateful for the sobriety and recovery of a loved one. However, it’s important for families to keep in mind that those in recovery may be struggling this time of year....Read more about How to Support Loved Ones in Recovery During the Holidays »

The Benefits of a Women's Only Rehab

When choosing a drug treatment program for your loved one, it’s important to consider her needs and to choose the healing environment that will be most successful for her....Read more about The Benefits of a Women's Only Rehab »

Turnbridge is a leading substance use and mental health disorder treatment program in New Haven, Connecticut. This blog is a resource for people seeking addiction and recovery information and inspiration, and the latest Turnbridge news and events.