Breaking the Stigma: Unveiling Trauma and Addiction

#016 – Discuss the detrimental effects of stigma, and the desperate need for better resources and infrastructure for recovery and detox programs. They touch on personal experiences and observations about addiction being a disorder rather than a lifestyle choice, highlighting how it often stems from unresolved trauma. Conversations cover the challenges faced by individuals seeking help, such as the shortage of detox beds in Thunder Bay, the importance of a supportive community, and the necessity for a seamless transition from detox to treatment and aftercare. The episode emphasizes compassion, understanding, and proactive measures for dealing with addiction and supports the idea that recovery is possible with the right resources and community support.