The Dangers of Self-Medication- TRIGGER WARNING

Spilling the Thera-Tea

KathyDan and Jess discuss the dangers of self-medication this week on Spilling the Thera-Tea. KathyDan shares the definition of addiction and the inextricable link of addiction to trauma. The team unpacks different ways people self-medicate, why opioids have a higher rate of overdose, and the various measures to prevent, protect and treat people dealing with addiction. The overwhelming is to reach out to get help! The team wraps it up by answering a listener question in the Asked and Answered segment about helping kids connect and find friends in middle school.
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Mentioned in today’s episode:
Book- In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction
By:Gabor Mate
https://amzn.to/3Xobjnq
Podcast-
Last Day- Stephanie Wittels Wachs
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/last-day/id1468896686
Resources-
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration:
SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357) (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service), or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.Also visit the online treatment locator, or send your zip code via text message: 435748 (HELP4U) to find help near you.

We are also here to help! Email us at: [e-mail] and we will help find resources in your area!
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