Cassandra
Cassandra
Day 2, Early Afteenoon
Day 2, Early Afteenoon
Day 2, Early Afteenoon
Thursday 23rd January 2020
Listen to Cassie's heartfelt story of overcoming Adderall addiction and discover helpful treatment options for mental health challenges.
4 minutes
Honest
Hopeful
Informative
Supportive
Empowering
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Cassandra
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Cassie’s Candid Struggle with Adderall: A Story of Resilience and Recovery
I need to just start getting comfortable, feeling uncomfortable. You know, like just accept the fact that I'm going to feel tired sometimes, and that's okay. It's normal.
Meet Cassie, a woman who has been grappling with Adderall dependency for over 15 years. Diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, and depression during her college years, Cassie has relied on Adderall to manage her symptoms. In this episode, she opens up about the daily battles she faces, including the challenge of sticking to her prescribed dosage and the overwhelming fatigue that often accompanies her efforts to cut back. Cassie’s honesty about her struggles is both refreshing and relatable.
She doesn’t shy away from sharing her setbacks, but she also remains steadfast in her commitment to overcoming her addiction and improving her mental health. Alongside her personal anecdotes, Cassie discusses various treatment options that have helped her along the way. From Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to supplementation and support groups, she offers a range of tools that others might find beneficial.
Cassie also touches on the importance of self-care and rest, especially when dealing with grief and mental health challenges. Her story is a beacon of hope for anyone facing similar struggles, reminding us that it’s okay to ask for help and that recovery is a journey worth embarking on. Tune in to hear Cassie’s heartfelt narrative and gather insights that could make a difference in your own life.