The Silent AddictionThe Silent Addiction
Rewired Radio
When we talk about addiction, we often focus on substance abuse. In truth, there are people addicted to behaviors and habits that can cause just as much damage to their lives as drugs or alcohol. Catherine Townsend-Lyon understands this all too well. For years, she was addicted to gambling, what she calls “a hush addiction.” Catherine shares her story of how she was able to free herself from this crippling addiction and how she uses this experience to help others get on the path to recovery, even when all hope seems lost.
25:56•18 Dec 2017
The Hidden Toll: Catherine Townsend-Lyon on Gambling Addiction
“It's important to know that many people can recover without knowing why. But I've always been a person that I've needed to know.”
Imagine battling an addiction that no one talks about. In this episode of Rewired Radio, host Erica Spiegelman sits down with Catherine Townsend-Lyon, who shares her harrowing journey through gambling addiction. Catherine opens up about the financial chaos and emotional despair that gambling brought into her life, including attempts at suicide. Her story is a stark reminder that addiction isn't just about substances; behaviors can be equally destructive.
Catherine calls gambling a 'hush addiction', one that often flies under the radar but can wreak havoc just the same. She talks about the staggering annual costs of gambling and its far-reaching effects on families and individuals. But this episode isn't just about the dark side; it's also about finding light at the end of the tunnel. Catherine discusses how she found her way to recovery and now helps others do the same.
She emphasizes the importance of understanding why people turn to addictive behaviors and the crucial role of support systems in overcoming these challenges. Whether you're dealing with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and a message of hope.
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