Altered Attitudes

In this episode, we tackle America's drug crisis with a spotlight on the contrasting strategies of harm reduction and stricter drug laws. Watch the doc here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cW5tcKngfZc We navigates the complexities of the drug crisis, emphasising personal responsibility and the role of law enforcement in mitigating drug-related harm. Throughout the conversation

Dive into a thought-provoking discussion on addiction treatment with Dr. Ike Nnene, a dedicated General Practitioner with a profound passion for aiding those battling addiction. In this latest episode of the Altered Attitudes Podcast, hosted by Lester Morse, we explore a holistic approach to tackling addiction, steering away from the reliance solely on medication. We unravel the co

In this compelling episode, we sit down with David Wilson, a remarkable chef and former client at Rehabs UK, who courageously battled alcoholism in London's restaurant scene. From grappling with anxiety to reaching rock bottom, David shares his journey of self-discovery and sobriety. Delve into the pivotal moments, including his time in rehab, the transformative power of the 12

In this podcast, we kick off the journey by diving into the controversial topic of anonymity within Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Annmarie advocates for recovery rights and we shine a spotlight on The Right to Recovery Bill and tackling addiction's financial toll on society. We challenge perceptions about drug consumption rooms, scrutinise Scottish rehab claims and acknowledge the

If you enjoyed our conversation with Clare, we recommend also listening to our conversation with Luke Trainor https://youtu.be/1O8xLbzTbxY 00:00 Intro 01:00 Why do we need addiction help for the family’s? - (I’ve helped them get worse) 11:00 You can’t help someone if you don’t know what you're talking about 13:00 It can be challenging to help the family of the addict 22

If you enjoy this episode we recommend listening to our conversation with Luke Trainor, project manager of Europes first University Recovery Programme - https://youtu.be/1O8xLbzTbxY?si=Mrb1ACU-T_L1dLy Chapter 7 of the AA big book Follow us: Instagram: https://bit.ly/49s2oay Twitter / X: https://bit.ly/3SuNVVi Linkedin: https://bit.ly/41Fl95Q Facebook: https://bit.ly/3MChbFZ Book a

If you enjoy hearing our conversation with Luke Trainor - Programme Manager at Better Than Well, University of Birmingham, I recommend listening to our conversation with Clare Kennedy here: https://youtu.be/mUpLkHQOopw Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 10:20 The breakup and moving back to home. 13:50 Heroin detox and relapse 16:30 First child, becoming a father in active addiction 17:55

If you enjoy this episode, we recommend listening to our conversation with Clare Kennedy: Clare Kennedy: Celebrity with alcohol... Explore the harsh realities of recent government cuts impacting the National Association for the Children of Alcoholics (NACOA). With 7,000 more calls in 2022, the demand for support is undeniable. Despite this, funding was cut. Join Lester as we navig

Join us for another episode of the Altered Attitudes podcast. In this episode, we have a conversation with Clare Kennedy, the founder and CEO of Kennedy Street Recovery. Clare shares insights into her relationship with Kevin Kennedy, also known as Coronation Street's Curly Watts, and discusses how her journey with him played a pivotal role in her own path to recovery.If you enj

Join us on the Altered Attitudes podcast as we reflect on the recent passing of 12-step recovery advocate and Friends star, Matthew Perry, at age 54. Lester Morse, Managing Director of Rehabs UK, returns to explore the significance of Perry's journey and the impact of celebrity recovery stories on the wider community. Join us for a heartfelt and informative discussion as we com