Jul 17 2022 36 mins
Loving an addict is one of the hardest things someone can do. This week we hear people's reactions to Antonia's Rolls' exhibition, 'Addicts and Those Who Love Them'.
In episode 1 of Drawn to a Deeper Story, Antonia spoke about being the parent of an addict. She invited me to her exhibition in Brighton and I went along to to talk to people as they came out.
This type of exhibition creates a visceral space and being part of people's processing experiences felt like an important conversation to have.
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Episode information
Music by Grant McLachlan
Resources for help
In the UK
Adfam - help for families dealing with drug and alcohol addiction
Al Anon - Family group support alcohol addiction, drug addiction and addictive behaviours
Carers UK - Support for carers
Samaritans - FREE Help - Tel: 116 123, E: [email protected]
The British Psychology Society - Find a Psychologist
Mind - Addiction and Dependency Support
In the USA
National Institute of Mental Health - a range of helplines
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Tel: 1-800-273-8255
American Psychologist Association - Psychologist Finder
USA Government - Help for Mental Health and Substance Abuse
In Australia
Beyond Blue - Mental health support
Headspace - National Youth Mental Health Foundation with support services
The Black Dog Institute - Medical health resources, services and research
SANE Australia - Counselling support, Tel: 1800 187 263 (10am - 10pm)
Alcohol and Drug Foundation - Help and Support Services
OR contact medical services in your country.