The "pinking" of alcohol...with Ann Dowsett Johnston

The "pinking" of alcohol...with Ann Dowsett Johnston

How do individuals from all walks of life battle addiction? In this episode, Janet Gorond sits down with Ann Dowsett Johnston, a trailblazer in the alcohol recovery movement. With her book 'Drink' celebrating over a decade since its release, Ann reflects on her journey and how the landscape of alcohol consumption, especially among women, has evolved.

They discuss the alarming rise in alcohol-related health issues among young women and the marketing tactics of the alcohol industry that have targeted this demographic. Ann also shares her insights on the emotional and psychological aspects of alcohol dependency, especially among women, and how her personal journey led her to become a psychotherapist focused on substance issues and trauma.

She highlights the importance of community support in recovery, sharing her own experiences and how they led her to create a memoir writing course called