“Turnbridge Extended Care Sober Living Alumni share their stories about their memories, friendships, experiences, and perspectives of their time at Turnbridge. Enjoy the stories and consider sharing your own. Send your Alumni Experiences to alumni@tpextendedcare.com.” When Dave was a kid, he would hang out at his father’s shop down the street from his home. When Dave finished […]
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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.
How to Cope with A Loved One Suffering From Addiction
Kim is the mother of Tom, a successful graduate of the Turnbridge program. Like the majority of those with loved ones suffering from drug addiction, Kim has spent several years dealing with the consequences and uncertainties of this crippling disease. Through Turnbridge’s efforts and the support of Alcoholics Anonymous’ group sessions, Kim and Tom are […]
The Impact of Addiction on Teens
While the disease of addiction is devastating to anyone, the root cause and impact on teens can be extraordinary. Simply put, teens who suffer from addiction are one of the most difficult populations to help recover. Often the stress of addiction and/ or mental health issues is compounded by the unique age-specific social pressures of school […]
Chas Lankford – The Impact of Using Drugs at a Young Age
One common denominator with young men in recovery is that they have obviously started using drugs and alcohol at a young age. For most, this means that some of the most pivotal emotional and social development has been stunted. My own personal experience left me getting clean in my early 20’s, after using heavily through […]
Lorraine – A Powerful Success Story of Her Son Embracing Recovery
Lorraine C. is the mother of Ryan, a resident in Phase III of the Turnbridge program. In the past, Ryan’s recovery attempts were largely unsuccessful, but since coming to Turnbridge he has embraced the program and made many positive changes. According to Lorraine, Ryan started smoking marijuana in high school, and his drug use quickly escalated. […]
Turnbridge’s Reintegration Model featured in Recovery Campus Magazine
GRADUATED STEPS TO SUCCESS Recovery Campus A three-phase program helps young men restore their lives and prepare to pursue their dreams. It’s no secret that academic derailment is one of the most common consequences of addiction, and the stresses of campus life can be one of the biggest challenges to recovery. At Turnbridge in New […]
SAM COHEN – From the Front Lines
When I step back from my job as a case manager at Turnbridge, I often ask myself what is my purpose in the lives of these young men and their families. The well-known proverb “When the student is ready, the teacher will appear,” comes to mind. In my vocation, most of the time the student is […]
ELI O – Relapse and Recommitment
Eli O. is currently a resident in Phase III of the Turnbridge program. He successfully completed primary treatment in Florida before coming to Turnbridge, and has since recommitting himself to recovery he has served as a model example to other residents. Eli began smoking marijuana around the age of 11, and drank alcohol throughout his […]
Motivating Young Men in Recovery
Fred Keane, LCSW Executive Director of Clinical Services There are a variety of challenges that young men in early recovery face. Many are not “voluntary”, but rather have been compelled to enter treatment as a result of outstanding legal issues or owing to family interventions. It has been found that clients younger than 26 […]
How Demi Lovato Battled Her Addiction and Chose Recovery
Young celebrities are exposed to external pressures, influences, and temptations that most of us will never have to face. This is why many celebrities such as Zac Efron, Lamar Odom, and Mike Sorrentino have stumbled into substance addiction. Fortunately, despite the challenges and media scrutiny, many celebrities choose recovery and share their story of […]