Press Releases

4 Hidden Risks of Anti-Anxiety Drugs

March 7, 2019

Benzodiazepines – prescription medications used to treat anxiety – are often seen as harmless, but they still pose multiple risks, including addiction.

Mountainside Extended Care: Sober Living with Structure

March 2, 2019

Today, Mountainside treatment center’s Extended Care program celebrates four years of helping clients achieve their recovery goals.

Growing Number of Seniors Struggle with Opioid Abuse

February 28, 2019

While young adults misuse prescription and ilicit drugs more often than older generations, a growing number of seniors struggle with opioid addiction.

Mountainside Treatment Center Celebrates its 21st Anniversary

February 26, 2019

Mountainside treatment center, a pioneer in holistic addiction treatment, commemorates 21 years in the industry on February 26.

Self-Love: The Key to Beating Valentine’s Day Blues

February 14, 2019

Valentine’s Day can be an isolating holiday, especially for those in recovery. Learn how to view the day through a more optimistic lens.

Connecticut’s Silent Killer: Fentanyl Disguised as Cocaine

January 18, 2019

The dangers of mixing fentanyl with heroin are well-known, but now a new threat looms over Connecticut residents: fentanyl-laced cocaine.

5 Reasons Vaping is the Next Biggest Threat to Connecticut’s Youth

January 11, 2019

Vaping is becoming increasingly popular among Connecticut teenagers. Discover five reasons why this new epidemic is so dangerous.

Ditching Alcohol During Dry January

January 2, 2019

Many plan on abstaining from drinking during Dry January. Discover some of the surprising health benefits and limitations of giving up alcohol for one month.

Mountainside Wilton Offering DBT Skills Group for Women in Recovery

December 10, 2018

Mountainside’s Wilton location will begin offering a new dialectical behavior therapy skills group to help women in recovery manage stress and process emotions.

“Blackout Wednesday” Can Turn Thanksgiving into a Tragedy

November 13, 2018

Thanksgiving is a popular time for food and drink, but drinking trends among college students the day before are becoming a growing cause for alarm.

Mountainside’s New Website Reaches Wider Audience Seeking Treatment

October 1, 2018

Mountainside, a dually accredited addiction treatment center, proudly announced today the launch of its newly revamped website.

Mountainside and Danbury Community Members Address Opioid Crisis

September 28, 2018

Mountainside is collaborating with Connecticut communities to discuss how the community can respond to the growing opioid crisis.