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Today is World Suicide Prevention Day
It’s a time to remember those affected by suicide, to raise awareness, and to focus efforts on directing treatment to those who need it...
Sep 10, 20211 min read
Observing Overdose Awareness in 2021
Tragically, each year thousands of people--from all walks of life--die from drug overdose. In 2021, overdose deaths have increased as a...
Aug 30, 20213 min read


It's OK to Not Be OK: When & How To Get Help
Mental illness is on the rise. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, substance use, or other issues, help is...
Aug 26, 20211 min read


Welcome to our New Executive Director!
The Positive Directions Board of Directors is very pleased to announce that Vanessa Wilson, MA, LMFT has joined the organization as...
Jul 13, 20212 min read


Safe & Sober for the 4th
With the Fourth of July coming up, people will be celebrating--and for the first time in CT, adults will be legally allowed to use not...
Jul 7, 20212 min read


Peer Support with Ally!
We are so proud to partner with TurningPointCT in offering limited peer support hours with our specialist Ally Kernan. For more...
Jun 22, 20211 min read


Can Gambling become an addiction?
Can gambling become an addiction? You bet it can! Gambling—like alcohol and other psychoactive drugs—can develop into an abusive pattern...
Mar 25, 20213 min read


Roundtable with Elected Officials
Positive Directions was recently honored to host US Senator Chris Murphy, State Rep. Jonathan Steinberg (Westport), and Westport First...
Feb 20, 20211 min read


TurningPointCT.org: Guiding the Search for Mental Wellness
We are thrilled to announce that TurningPointCT.org is now housed at Positive Directions! TurningPointCT.org is Connecticut's online...
Jan 14, 20212 min read
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