Mary Woods
Mary Woods
Special Encore Presentation: Stories of Recovery from Co-Occurring Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders
Special Encore Presentation: Stories of Recovery from Co-Occurring Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders
Special Encore Presentation: Stories of Recovery from Co-Occurring Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders
Monday 20th April 2015
Hear twelve men share their journeys through mental illness and addiction, focusing on family support, overcoming stigma, and personal growth.
56 minutes
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Empowering
Informative
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About this podcast
Author:
Mary Woods
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!When the Door Opened: Real Stories of Overcoming Mental Illness and Addiction
Recovery is a journey and that it really does take a village, and for us we have the best success when we have families involved and when we're able to work with the family and the participant.
Imagine facing not just one, but two formidable challenges: mental illness and substance use disorders. In this compelling episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', host Mary Woods brings us the raw and heartfelt stories of twelve men who have navigated these very battles. These men, all participants in the WestBridge dual diagnosis treatment program, open up about their journeys to recovery, sharing candid reflections and hard-earned wisdom.
From different walks of life, they come together to illustrate that recovery is not just a personal endeavor but a communal effort. A recurring theme in their stories is the crucial role of family support. These men emphasize that having loved ones involved in the recovery process significantly boosts their chances of success. The episode also highlights the effectiveness of hands-on treatment programs that offer robust support and accountability.
Beyond the practical aspects of treatment, the men discuss overcoming stigma and discrimination, which often add another layer of difficulty to their journeys. They talk about taking personal responsibility for their health and the importance of developing leadership skills as part of their recovery. This episode is not just about struggles; it's about hope and resilience. The guests share messages of encouragement for those new to recovery, urging them to seek support and identify addiction.
Tune in for an inspiring and enlightening conversation that aims to increase awareness about recovery and reduce discrimination against individuals in the recovery process.