“My substance abuse career began at age seven,” Shiloh says, “and at its height I was living in a beautiful four-bedroom house with my partner and wonderful kids. Actually, I was living in my garage – because that’s where I could isolate myself, drink and smoke crack. I had no interest in being in my … Continued
Growing up, Sarah says, “I had everything society would deem perfect for a child. Two parents, a brother, a sister, friends, a sport I loved and a big, beautiful home.” Despite appearances, however, Sarah struggled with a learning disability that deeply affected the way she felt about herself. “I was outwardly popular, but inside I … Continued
Michael had been employed at the same company for 19 years when they learned about his addiction. “They were actually shocked; but I knew I was powerless over alcohol and that my life was unmanageable,” shared Michael candidly. “My addiction was getting more and more progressive. When I began struggling to do my work, and … Continued
What is hangxiety? Hangxiety is a combination of the words hangover and anxiety. It’s the feeling you get after a night of drinking that goes beyond the more common physical symptoms of an upset stomach ache, headache, and the feeling that everything around you is brighter and louder than it has a right to be. … Continued
“I knew I had trouble with alcohol for a very long time,” Larry says. “First as a teenager, then in college, through university, and into my working years. I wasn’t necessarily a heavy drinker every time, but I drank often and with every drink I ran the risk of getting out of control.” Eventually, Larry’s drinking … Continued
We are all worthy and deserving of care. Everyone who is affected by addiction should be able to get the help they need. One of the factors that gets in the way of treatment is stigma. For a more in-depth look at stigma, see our previous post. Simply put, stigma is an attitude, belief or … Continued
