Assault, Addiction, and Healing from TraumaAssault, Addiction, and Healing from Trauma
Addiction Medicine Made Easy
Dr. Casey Grover talks with Rikki West about her journey from trauma and addiction to healing, highlighting the importance of community support.
53:52•3 Feb 2025
Trauma and Addiction: Rikki West's Journey to Healing
Episode Overview
- Understanding the deep connection between trauma and addiction.
- The importance of community support in recovery.
- Personal stories of overcoming addiction and trauma.
- The role of mental health in addiction treatment.
- Rikki West's journey and her book 'The Empty Bowl'.
“You never have to drink again, and you never have to be lonely again.”
In this powerful episode of 'Addiction Medicine Made Easy', Dr. Casey Grover sits down with author Rikki West to discuss the intricate connection between trauma and addiction. Rikki shares her heart-wrenching journey from a troubled childhood, through the depths of addiction, to finding healing and peace. With a background marked by a father struggling with alcoholism and her own experiences with sexual assault, Rikki's story is both harrowing and inspiring.
The conversation delves into the impact of trauma on addiction, the role of community support in recovery, and the path to healing. Dr. Grover also opens up about his own mental health struggles, making the discussion deeply personal and relatable. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the profound effects of trauma on addiction and the importance of support systems in recovery. Tune in to hear Rikki's incredible story and gain valuable insights into overcoming addiction.
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