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Surviving Alex: A Mother’s Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction – 414
Surviving Alex: A Mother’s Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction – 414
Surviving Alex: A Mother’s Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction – 414
Thursday 8th August 2024
Pat R. shares her poignant story of her son Alex's battle with addiction and mental illness, advocating for compassionate care.
73 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Pat R. shares her son's struggle with mental illness and addiction.
- The episode highlights the failures of punitive treatment systems.
- Pat advocates for harm reduction and compassionate care.
- The impact of addiction on families is deeply explored.
- Listeners gain insights into resilience and hope amidst loss.
What might have happened if we had lived in a world steeped in compassionate paradigm shifting harm reduction?
In this episode of The Recovery Show, host Spencer engages in a heartfelt conversation with Pat R., author of 'Surviving Alex: A Mother's Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction'. Pat shares the deeply moving journey of her son Alex, who battled both mental illness and addiction. Tragically, Alex did not survive, but Pat has channelled her grief into a powerful narrative that offers hope and understanding to others facing similar struggles.
The episode delves into the complexities of addiction, mental health, and the often punitive treatment systems that fail to provide adequate support. Pat discusses her advocacy for harm reduction approaches and the need for compassionate, non-punitive care. Her story is a poignant reminder of the impact addiction has on families and the importance of supportive communities. This episode is a must-listen for anyone affected by addiction, offering valuable insights and a message of resilience and hope.