Chris E. is a client currently in Phase III of Turnbridge’s Addiction Treatment program. Before he began his journey into recovery, at the age of 24, Chris had compromised many of his values and crossed many “lines in the sand” in pursuit of drugs and alcohol. However since discovering sobriety and all that it has […]
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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.
Resident Profile – Mickey S. Enters Residential Drug Treatment
Mickey S. is a current resident in Phase III, the sober living stage, of Turnbridge’s long term drug treatment program. After years of pain and suffering due to his addiction, Mickey has found himself getting the help he so desperately needed to realize his potential. Mickey, the youngest of four siblings, grew up in Weston, […]
From the Family – Sarah B.
As a result of his addiction, Adam’s family watched him transform from a loving, adventurous, and outgoing son into an unrecognizable person. Since Adam arrived at Turnbridge’s residential drug treatment program, Adam’s family has experienced the joy of welcoming their cheerful, and always smiling, son back into their lives. According to Sarah, Adam’s mother, his […]
Alumni Profile – Adam S. Celebrates Continuous Sobriety
Adam’s journey to Turnbridge began early in his life. Adam comes from generations of drug addiction and alcoholism. His substance use and co-occurring mental health issues came to a head in the latter part of 2012, leading him to pursue treatment at Hazelden Foundation in Minnesota. In January 2013, at the recommendation of his […]
Alumni Profile – Ben G.
Ben G. successfully completed the Turnbridge Preparative Care program, and graduated in May 2015. Ben came to Turnbridge from a primary care treatment center after he was arrested and forced into drug treatment by the court system. At 24 years old, Ben’s road to recovery has been difficult, but his determination over the past fourteen […]
What’s Next After a Wilderness Therapy Program?
August is officially here and for most of us, the desire to get outside under the sunshine is especially compelling. The outdoors provides an invigorating environment for healing, and can be extremely beneficial for young men battling drug or alcohol addiction. As a result, many teens with substance abuse issues take advantage of “Wilderness Therapy” […]
A Dangerous Dance with Molly – The Upsurge of Molly Use among Today’s Youth
You’ve likely heard of Molly by now—if not through the recent media flashes of Molly-related deaths and overdoses at music festivals, then at least through its rising popularity in rap lyrics and pop culture. And with its upsurge as a glamorous lifestyle, party-drug among young adults today, there is no doubt that your son has […]
The Impact of Addiction in the Workplace
Substance addiction is a chronic, devastating disease. Not only does it affect the mind and body of a user, but it also pervades and infects all other aspects of his or her life. Its contagion is subtle. Before you know it, it can take over and conquer every priority in life that is most worth […]
The Misuse of “Luxury Rehab” in Addiction Treatment Today
Addiction is no vacation. Finding the perfect, long-term addiction treatment facility for your son or someone you love can be an overwhelming process. You want the best clinicians, the strongest support, and the most comfortable environment for him as he begins his journey towards recovery. As you begin your search, you will undoubtedly come across […]
Dual Diagnosis / Co-Occurring Disorders in Young Men
“Mental illness” and “drug addiction” are two terms that we often hide from—two terms that still carry a tremendous stigma amongst our society today. All the while, they remain present amid our communities, our loved ones, our children—and often go unrecognized and/or untreated. Out of fear of the unknown, we frequently shade our eyes to […]