The vicious cycle of alcohol and anxietyThe vicious cycle of alcohol and anxiety
All In The Mind
Over summer, we're sharing some of our favourite episodes of the year. This one was first broadcast in April 2022. Anxiety and alcohol misuse are a common pairing. How do the two egg each other on and what can be done to halt the cycle? Plus, the personality traits that shape our likelihood of harmful alcohol use.
30:00•1 Jan 2023
Untangling Alcohol and Anxiety: Victoria Vanstone's Path to Sobriety
“It made me feel like I was going completely mad, because it was just this never-ending cycle of drink panic, drink panic, drink panic, which I just couldn't step out of. It felt impossible, and that's what, in the end, really built up, because my children were growing and I was starting to miss out on time with them, and that really really broke my heart, and that's what led me to seek sobriety.”
Ever wondered how anxiety and alcohol feed off each other, creating a cycle that's tough to break? In this episode of 'All In The Mind', Victoria Vanstone bravely shares her story of battling both. She opens up about how her drinking habits worsened her anxiety and impacted her role as a parent. Through her candid recounting, you'll get a real sense of the challenges she faced and the turning points that led her towards sobriety.
But it's not just about her journey. The episode also highlights the critical role of early intervention and the importance of prevention programs for young people. If you're curious about how personality traits can influence the risk of harmful alcohol use, this episode sheds light on that too. Whether you're personally affected by these issues or just want to understand them better, Victoria's story offers valuable insights and hope for a brighter future.
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